By Oliver Lees
Kangaroo populations in Sunbury are on the rise despite an increase in residential development, according to findings from an annual kangaroo count.
Robert Irvine has been conducting kangaroo counts in Sunbury for the past five years and is currently calling on volunteers to participate in this year’s count.
Mr Irvine said he was surprised his research found a consistent increase in the number of kangaroos.
“I’ve lived in Sunbury for more than 30 years and I’ve seen how much housing development has been done,” he said.
“You’d think native animals would disappear, but that’s not the case.
“I’m curious from a scientific point of view, I don’t want them to be culled or anything, I just love animals.”
Mr Irvine said this year the count will widen its scope to include other native animals, including wallabies, wombats and koalas.
To get involved, contact: robert.irvine614@gmail.com
