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Could feral animals in Australia become distinct species?
It’s possible – and we’re seeing some early signs.
Tag: introduced species
History & Culture
200 years since the honey bee came to our shores, it’s hard to imagine an Australia without it
On the bicentenary of the European honey bee’s introduction to Australia, should we be celebrating? We take a look at the effects – good and bad – the honey bee has had on our environment and society.
On This Day
On this day: Trout arrive in Australia
On 4 May 1864, the first brown trout eggs ever successfully shipped to Australia hatched in the cool waters of Plenty River, Tasmania – causing a ripple effect for both fishing and conservation that endures to this day.
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Scientists to make native animals toxic to feral cats
A biologist and chemist have teamed up to develop the breakthrough technology – a poison-filled implant which will make Australia’s native animals toxic to the relentless predators.
Nature & Wildlife
It’s time to stop promoting coconut palms as symbols of tropical Queensland
They may look romantic, but coconut palms are an invasive weed that needs to be kept in check.
Nature & Wildlife
Alien invaders: the illegal reptile trade is a serious threat to Australia
Keeping non-native reptiles as pets is against the law – with good reason. Alien species traded on the black market can potentially establish themselves in the wild if they are released or escape.
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Kangaroo Island cats’ days are numbered
The South Australian government plans to eradicate all feral cats – and the bulk of domestic cats – by 2030.
Science & Environment
Feral animals are running amok on Australia’s islands – here’s how to stop them
Eradicating feral animals from islands can be expensive, but new research shows where to get the biggest bang for our buck.
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New Zealand wants to be ‘predator-free’ by 2050
Possums, rats and stoats to be targeted in world-first large-scale pest eradication program across the ditch.