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The Truth About Dingoes: Why Australia’s Native Canids Are Finally Getting the Recognition They Deserve

by Ahri | Sep 29, 2025 | Media Releases, News Update, Newsletter

For too long, Australia’s dingoes have been trapped in an identity crisis – not of their own making, but of ours. Government agencies, land managers, and even some researchers have perpetuated the myth that dingoes are simply “wild dogs” or feral...

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