"Feral Horse Population Surges in Kosciuszko National Park, Conservationists Demand Action. A dramatic increase in the feral horse population in Australia's Kosciuszko National Park has sparked calls for a major overhaul of the park's retention zones. According to a recent survey, the number of feral horses has surged by thousands since the New South Wales government suspended aerial culling in 2025. Conservationists are now urging the government to reassess the zones, which currently allow thousands of the animals to remain in the park, citing concerns over the impact on the park's fragile ecosystem. As the park's unique environment and native species face increased pressure, the debate over the management of feral horses in Kosciuszko National Park is set to intensify."
Conservationists say population rebound demands rethink of retention zones that allow thousands of the animals to remain in the parkGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastFeral horse numbers in the Kosciuszko national park have surged, with new survey data estimating populations climbed by thousands after the New South Wales government paused aerial culling in 2025.Conservation advocates say the rebound in numbers demands an urgent rethink of retention zones that allow thousands of horses to remain in the park. Continue reading...
