Meet Kobi
Why didn’t you stop? How could you leave a kangaroo with an obvious joey in her pouch on the road? It was on an overtaking lane, so it wouldn’t have been difficult to stop.
To all the subsequent drivers who drove around her, why didn’t you stop and help? A vulnerable joey in Mumma’s pouch has just lost everything that was dear to him. Our joeys don’t want much, they don’t ask for much, they just need their Mumma. The bond between a Mum and her joey is something so precious and unique.
This incident highlights a critical issue on our roads: the need for greater awareness and compassion towards our native wildlife. Every year, countless animals are injured or killed by vehicles, and many of these tragedies could be prevented if drivers were more vigilant and caring.
What You Can Do:
Slow Down: Especially in areas known for wildlife crossings. Reducing speed gives you more time to react.
Stay Alert: Keep an eye out for animals, particularly during dawn and dusk when they are most active.
Stop and Help: If you hit an animal or see one injured on the road, stop if it’s safe to do so. Check for signs of life and call a wildlife rescue organization for assistance.
Spread the Word: Share this message with friends and family. The more people are aware, the more we can protect our precious wildlife.
Thank you to the wonderful young couple, Lilly and Jarrad, who saw Mum with the joey on the opposite side of the road, turned around, and rescued him. Your compassion and quick action saved a life.
Welcome to Amaris, little Kobi. We will do whatever it takes to help you grow big and strong. You have a new family now, and I know it’s not the same. My heart breaks when I hear you calling for your Mumma. You don’t understand, poor baby—an artificial pouch, a strange teat thrust into your mouth, strange faces and sounds. I know you are confused. But you are already so loved. Together with Kenny, Katie, Karli, Kelsie, and of course Jaffa, we will help you adjust.
It’s going to be full on for me now. Not sure how I will manage, but I will do my best.
Support Our Mission: At Amaris Wildlife Sanctuary, we are dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating injured and orphaned native wildlife. Your support can make a huge difference. Consider donating, volunteering, or simply spreading the word about our work. Together, we can create a safer world for our wildlife.
Thank you for all your support and compassion.
December 2024 Update: I was struggling to cope with 6 babies especially as Kobi was a cleft bottle sucker, meaning he was unable to suck correctly. It was taking up to 2 hours to feed and 5 others as well, he needed to go to someone who had the time to give him the care he needed. Together with Kelsie they went to Karena at Peel Marsupial Care in Mandurah. He is doing really well and learning to suck his bottle correctly.
