A three-year-old child was bitten on the leg by a dingo at K'gari (formerly Fraser Island) on Saturday, prompting an investigation by Queensland authorities. The incident occurred near Kingfisher Bay as the child was walking with family. Rangers are increasing awareness and attempting to identify the dingo involved. Visitors are urged to exercise caution, including staying close to children, walking in groups, and avoiding feeding dingoes.
A three-year-old child has been bitten on the leg by a dingo at a popular Queensland tourist spot, sparking an investigation by authorities. An investigation is underway after a young child was bitten by a dingo on K’gari, formerly known as Fraser Island.
After being bitten on the leg by the tagged dingo, the child was picked up by the parents who tried to scare the animal away, but it was not deterred.
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