03/09/2026
🦦 Protect the Platypus this September!
âž° Loopy litter like rubber bands, hair ties, fishing line,
and string can be deadly for platypuses. Take action
this September!
👌 Seize it: Pick up litter—what’s dropped on the
ground ends up in our rivers and creeks.
✂️ Snip it: Cut any rings or loops, like hair ties or
rubber bands, before disposal to reduce the risk of
entanglement.
🗑️ Bin it: Dispose of litter correctly to stop it from
reaching our waterways.
September is a crucial time for platypuses in
Australia - it’s their breeding season! As platypuses
are out searching for mates, they become even
more vulnerable to the dangers of litter in their
environment.
Let’s make a difference during this important time –
Seize it, Snip it, Bin it to protect the platypus!
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