Study shows rabbits harm 329 threatened species, most of any invasive pest
2 Sep 13 · 10d ago · 1 article · 1 post · 2 sources · development 2 of 2
One study found rabbits negatively affect 329 threatened species in Australia—more than any other invasive pest. Rabbits cost the agricultural sector an estimated $200 million annually (2020-21 estimate) and can increase populations tenfold in a single season with adequate food and rainfall.
“They can get to incredible numbers and you see the whole landscape gets denuded.”
Dr John VirtueDr John Virtue Director of research, Centre for Invasive Species SolutionsDr Pat Taggart Ecologist, Bush Heritage AustraliaThomas Austin 19th-century settler
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2 outlets Rabbits are the biggest threat to Australia’s native species. Why are their numbers booming again?
first by The Guardian, 10d ago · also Guardian Environment
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