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Houston Zoo donates $5,000 to help Australian animals hurt by wildfires
More than a billion animals killed, scientists estimate
The Houston Zoo is coming to the aid of animals Down Under, donating $5,000 to help people and wildlife injured or left homeless by wildfires in Australia.
The donation, according to a blog post by the Houston Zoo, was sent to the Bushfire Emergency Wildlife Fund, which is being run by Zoos Victoria.
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“All of the funds raised will be used for critical care and long-term recovery of Australian Wildlife,” stated the local zoo. “We encourage those who wish to learn more about their important work to visit: www.zoo.org.au/fire-fund/”
Scientist estimate that more than a billion animals killed by Australian wildfires.
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