Australian sea lions (Neophocacinerea) are among the world's most endangered pinnipeds (seals, sea lions and walruses) and the only pinniped endemic to Australia. Unfortunately research shows their numbers continue to decline. A collaboration betweenscientists, a cartoonist, a fashion designer and students has resulted in a creative conservation fundraising and awareness program that is having continued success and growth. However odd it may sound that a cartoonist, a fashion designer, a scientist and a teacher have come together, their combined passion for conservation has resulted in a successful, creative awareness and fundraising initiative based around Australian sea lions. Saving Sea Lions involves Year 10 Bush Rangers at Rockingham Senior High School Education Support Centre. The students learn about the plight of the Australian sea lion, learn techniques to draw the animals and have their artwork pripted on sustainable fabric, which is made into merchandise. Proceeds from the sale of the merchandise are then donated to the Australian Sea Lion Research Project.
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