When Every Minute Matters
Help Wildlife Get the Rescue They Need
Near busy roads and growing neighbourhoods, a sudden animal strike can leave wildlife injured, frightened and unseen. A quick report can help local rescuers find them sooner—and give them a better chance to survive.
Pinpoint the location
Mark where you saw the animal so responders can reach the right place quickly.
Share vital details
Include the animal’s condition, size, species and whether a joey may be present.
Connect rescue sooner
Your report helps local wildlife rescuers identify incidents that need urgent attention.
Wildlife Injuries Are Closer Than We Think
Roads, driveways and expanding suburbs intersect with the places wildlife feed, travel and raise young. Animal strikes can happen in seconds, often outside a driver’s control—but prompt reporting can make a meaningful difference to an injured animal, including dependent young who may not be immediately visible.
Kangaroo deaths on Australian roads each year
Australian animal species affected by road trauma
Hours when many wildlife species are most active
Details that can speed up a rescue response
As Our Spaces Expand, Wildlife Paths Change
Wildlife does not recognise the boundaries between bushland, roads, homes and town centres. As familiar habitat is divided by new streets, faster traffic and everyday activity, animals may need to cross spaces that have become increasingly dangerous. These encounters are often sudden, distressing and unavoidable.
A road can interrupt a daily journey
Many native animals follow long-established routes between shelter, water and food. A road built across that path can turn an ordinary journey into a life-threatening crossing—especially at dawn, dusk and overnight.
Injury is not always easy to see
An animal may move away after a strike, even with serious injuries. Reporting the location, direction of travel and anything you noticed helps rescuers search safely and effectively.
A report can protect more than one life
For marsupials, the injured animal may have a joey in the pouch or nearby. Let rescuers know if you suspect one is present. Even incomplete information can help a trained carer respond with care.
"In the moments after a wildlife strike, a single report can turn fear into hope—giving rescuers the chance to reach an injured animal while there is still time."
Kangalert Community
Community driven wildlife rescue reporting
A Report Can Start a Rescue
Step 1
1. Pin the location
Open the map and mark where you found the animal, so nearby rescuers can locate the incident quickly.
Step 2
2. Share what you can see
Add the animal type, condition, road details and any helpful notes. Every detail helps rescuers assess the situation.
Step 3
3. Alert local wildlife rescuers
Submit your report through Kangalert. Local rescue teams can review the alert and respond with the right care and equipment.
Give Rescuers the Details They Need
Animal Type & Condition
Identify the animal and describe its condition, helping rescuers understand the urgency before they arrive.
Precise Incident Location
Pinpoint the location on the map and note whether the animal is on or off the road for a faster, safer response.
Joey & Field Notes
Flag whether a joey may be present and include observations that could protect a dependent young animal.
Optional Photos
Upload a photo when it is safe to do so, giving rescuers valuable visual context before attending the scene.
How Every Report Helps
Local Incident Alerts
Reports help nearby wildlife rescuers see new incidents in their service area, so urgent cases can be identified sooner.
Rescuer Case Claiming
A local rescue team can claim a report, making it clear that someone is coordinating care and response.
Directions to the Animal
Accurate map pins and incident details help rescuers navigate directly to the location when every moment matters.
Community Care Updates
As a case progresses, rescuers can update its status—from in progress to joey recovered or resolved—keeping the community informed with compassion.
Voices From the Community
Mia, Local Driver
“Knowing I could send a quick report instead of feeling helpless made all the difference. A local rescuer was able to take over from there.”
Ben, Wildlife Volunteer
“Clear reports and a shared map help us focus on reaching animals sooner. It is a simple connection that can mean a great deal in a frightening moment.”
Asha, Community Member
“Kangalert brings people together around care. Reporting what you see gives wildlife rescuers the information they need to respond with purpose.”
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I submit a wildlife incident report?
Report as soon as it is safe to do so when you see an injured, deceased, distressed, or potentially orphaned animal—especially after a road strike. A prompt report can help rescuers assess the situation quickly.
What details should I include in my report?
Pin the most accurate location you can and include the animal type, condition, approximate size, whether a joey may be present, and whether the animal is on or off the road. Photos and notes can provide helpful context when it is safe to add them.
Can I make a report anonymously?
Yes. Your name is optional, so you can submit an incident anonymously. The key information is the location and what you observed, allowing local rescuers to respond.
Why is fast notification so important?
Injured wildlife can be difficult to see and may move away from the initial location. Sharing the incident quickly gives rescuers the best possible chance to locate the animal, check for young, and provide appropriate care.
What should I do while waiting for help?
Only do what is safe for you and the animal. Keep a safe distance, note the exact location and direction of travel, and avoid handling wildlife unless you are trained and instructed to do so by a qualified rescuer.