Lachlan Morton Sets Record in Australia Lap

Australian cyclist Lachlan Morton set a new record for circumnavigating the Australian mainland, completing the 14,200-kilometer journey in just over 30 days, significantly beating the previous record of nearly 38 days set by David Alley in 2011. Morton's journey, which began in Port Macquarie, involved cycling up to 18 hours a day and overcoming challenges such as headwinds, traffic, and wildlife encounters, raising $130,000 for the Indigenous Literacy Foundation. Separately, a study by Macquarie University analyzed a decade of wildlife rescue data in Sydney, revealing that highly visible reptiles like the red-bellied black snake are frequently rescued due to public fear, unlike smaller, less noticeable reptiles. This study highlights the public's perception-driven rescue patterns, emphasizing the unique human-reptile interactions in urban areas. Meanwhile, the Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park celebrated World Animal Day, showcasing various iconic Australian species.