Wildlife
Native rodent benefiting from invasive weed
The greater stick-nest rat is munching through African boxthorns and nesting in the plant’s thickets.
Tag: pests
Science and Environment
Stopping cane toads from advancing across northern Australia
Scientists have launched a new weapon in the fight to keep cane toads from reaching the Pilbara, in north-west WA.
News
Fire ants jump Queensland border into NSW
Fire ants have crossed the Queensland–NSW border for the first time since the infestation of the invasive species began, with the potential to devastate Australia’s natural environment and agriculture industry.
News
Australia’s least wanted – 8 alien species and diseases we must keep out of our island home
Here we take a closer look at some pests and diseases we need to keep out at all costs, to protect our biodiversity.