Australia spent millions fighting cane toads, then native predators solved the issue for free

For decades, Australia has tried to rein in cane toads by investing in disease-focused research, fungal approaches, ...
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Introducing cane toads to Australia seemed like a genius idea. By the time officials realized what they’d done, the toads couldn’t be stopped.

Cane toads were introduced into Australia in 1935 to control the pest problem that was threatening the country’s sugar cane crop. It seemed like a practical innovative solution at the time, but it ...
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This warty, toxic pest threatens entire ecosystems. These scientists have a secret weapon

Brisbane, Australia (CNN) — On the edge of a dark, suburban park in Brisbane, teams of volunteer toad-catchers gather around Gary King as he shoves another squirming specimen into a cooler box. “Who’s ...

Striking photo shows 'opportunistic' breeder's ability to spread further across Australia: 'Prolific'

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These invasive toads pose deadly poisoning threat to Florida pets

Cane toads, large and poisonous invasive amphibians, pose a threat to Floridian pets, particularly during the rainy season.