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Nick Mooney
Australian conservationist (born 1953) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Nick Mooney (born 23 December 1953) is an Australian conservationist, biologist, writer, wildlife expert, and ecological educator[1] best known for his work with the Tasmanian devil.[2] In addition to efforts to learn about the diseases facing and threatening the Devil population,[3] Mooney educates area farmers about the benefits they provide.[4]
In addition to his work with the Tasmanian Devil he is also involved with government efforts related to the search for the elusive, and some believe extinct,[5] Tasmanian tiger, and[6] efforts to prevent foxes from destroying Tasmania's ecosystem.[7] In 2006 Mooney received a Local Hero award as Australian of the Year[8]
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