Wipe for Wildlife - You can help save wildlife!

You can help wildlife such as the Platypus by using phosphate-free detergents!

The iconic Australian Platypus is like no other animal on earth! Unfortunately poor water quality is threatening this species and many others.

  For more information download the Wash for Wildlife FAQ sheet


Help wildlife from the supermarket!
 
Look out for the text 'phosphate-free' or 'no phosphates' on the packaging of laundry detergent, dishwashing detergent and surface cleaners.

Wipe for Wildlife - You can help save wildlife!

Which brands are best for wildlife?
Zoos Victoria recommends Orange Power and Aware products as they are the only widely available brands that are phosphate-free and palm oil free - great for orang-utans and Platypus!

Wipe for Wildlife - You can help save wildlife!


Other wildlife friendly products...
Heard of Wild Soap Nuts? - A completely natual and environmentally friendly cleaning alternative. Find out more.


 

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Frequently Asked Questions

Contact
Email Ben: bsanders@zoo.org.au

Did you know?
  • More than 450 tonnes of phosphates are washed down Australian drains each week!
  • Platypus close their eyes and ears when under water
  • Electro-receptors help Platypus to navigate and find food

  • Platypus must eat a third of their body weight each night to survive
  • Platypus are born with teeth which fall out soon after they first enter the water


Wipe for Wildlife - You can help save wildlife!
Many laundry detergents with no added phosphates include this logo on the packaging.


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You can help wildlife such as the Platypus by using phosphate-free detergents!