World-first science helps beloved quokka

  • DNA Zoo project scientists map the quokka genome
  • World-first discovery helps scientists learn more about the species
  • Discovery coincides during quokka’s second birthday

The McGowan Government has applauded the world-first genome mapping of Western Australia’s iconic quokkas by scientists from The University of Western Australia.

Researchers have mapped a chromosome-length genome from the species which will help scientists learn more about the species and protect them for future generations.

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