The Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) is attempting to identify a dingo (wongari) on K’gari (formerly known as Fraser Island) that bit a German tourist on 13 March 2024.
The man was part of a group of four who stopped at Gerowweea Creek to check the water depth before driving through.
While checking the depth, the man was approached by a dingo he had not seen, and it bit and mouthed his right shin.
The man received a shallow laceration on his shin and jumped onto the bonnet to get away from the dingo before getting into the vehicle.
First aid was provided by the group and the man presented to the Queensland Ambulance Service at Eurong but did not require further treatment.
During an interview with the man, QPWS rangers were advised that the dingo was female, and will attempt to identify the animal.
Rangers will increase patrols in the area.
Visitors and residents on K’gari are reminded to remain vigilant, never walk alone and carry a stick at all times.
