Drought conditions send wildlife in search of food, water, and cover—which means some animals travel farther than usual and into more developed areas. Drought impacts wildlife in many ways: Hungry deer, bears, raccoons, and other wild animals search for food.

What type of animals are affected by drought?

NSW has one of the highest number of animal collisions in the country and the drought is highlighting the problem as kangaroos, wombats and other wild animals are increasingly in harm's way. We're asking supporters to be alert and keep your eyes open for animals crossing roads, particularly in regional areas.

How does a drought affect biodiversity?

In worst-case outcomes, drops in biodiversity—the variety and number of species, in a given locale can lead to more serious consequences, such as resulting in ecosystem collapses that affect the web of life and food that supports all animals and humans. ...