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Illegal yabby traps could be to blame for platypus deaths at Rocky River

Two platypuses were found dead at Maitland Point, possibly drowning in illegal opera house yabby traps banned in New South Wales since 2021, council said.

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Two platypuses found dead in Rocky River, suspected drowned in illegal yabby traps, prompts Uralla Shire's advice.

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Illegal yabby traps could be to blame for platypus deaths at Rocky River

Two platypuses found dead in Rocky River, suspected drowned in illegal yabby traps, prompts Uralla Shire's advice.

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Illegal yabby traps blamed after two platypus are found deceased

Two platypus found dead in NSW, suspected drowning in illegal yabby traps. Residents urged to use safe methods. Learn more about platypus safety.

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armidaleexpress.com.au broke the news in on Tuesday, October 7, 2025.
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