Centre for Invasive Species Solutions

Over 80% of Australia's land-based threatened species are at risk due to invasive species, including 207 w**ds, 57 animals, and 3 pathogens. Learn how to help at The Centre for Invasive Species Solutions: https://loom.ly/X7gMF28
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Australia intensifies its invasive species battle by targeting feral goats. New plans include advanced tech and research to protect 128 native species from the environmental impact. 🐐

Read the details here: https://loom.ly/quIcII4

Feral goats added to Australia’s plan on combating invasive species CANBERRA, Nov. 3 (Xinhua) — The Australian government has added feral goats to its war on invasive species. Tanya Plibersek, minister for the environment and water, on Friday released a new plan to curb the impact of feral goats on Australia’s native species. Feral goats are found in every Austr...

Proud to co-lead the first phase of newly-released National W**d Biocontrol Pipeline Strategy 👏

Drawing up a draft list of national priority w**d candidates for biological control will be a key first step.

The Centre's CEO Andreas Glanznig says research confirms the benefits are clear: an average annual investment of $4.3 million reaps annual benefits of $95.3 million.

Check out the great image below of the community celebrating the successful control of Hudson pear (Source: NSWDPI)

Learn more about the strategy here 👇👇

https://www.agriculture.gov.au/about/news/w**d-biocontrol

Australian Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Biosecurity Queensland NSW Department of Primary Industries

New Australian Bureau of Agricultural & Resource Economics & Sciences (ABARES) report: Cost of established pest animals and w**ds to Australian agricultural producers

Key findings:
💠Established vertebrate pest animals and w**ds are estimated to cost Australian agricultural producers at least 5.3 billion annually.
💠W**ds are contributing 82% of this total.
💠Management expenditure - time and effort to address pests and w**ds - contributed 72% of the total cost.

The findings show why the work of the Centre and our partners is critical in addressing the impact of invasive plants and animals across Australia.

Read the full report 👇

https://www.agriculture.gov.au/abares/research-topics/biosecurity/biosecurity-economics/cost-of-established-pest-animals-and-w**ds-to-australian-agricultural-producers

Australian Bureau of Agricultural & Resource Economics & Sciences (ABARES)

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Cost of established pest animals and w**ds to Australian agricultural producers - DAFF Authors: Ahmed Hafi, Tony Arthur, Margarita Medina, Chandra Warnakula, Donkor Addai and Nyree Stenekes

Big news for bird lovers! A rare eastern osprey chick hatches in South Australia, wowing audiences globally. Watch its remarkable journey on Tumby Island, thanks to dedicated conservation efforts.

Read the article for the full scoop! https://loom.ly/ZId4loo

With 350,000 records strong, we've been empowering communities to record and manage pest animals. 🐾 Help protect farms, biodiversity, and our communities by logging pest activity in your area. Visit the FeralScan website to get started! https://feralscan.org.au

🐜Fire ants are a global invasive menace and our Federal government has pledged $268M over the next 4 years to combat them.

Check out the full story 👉 https://loom.ly/h5qnRME

Fire ants targeted with new funding to halt spread of 'super pest' The federal government is taking aim at fire ants with millions of dollars in funding to eradicate the "nasty little buggers".

Covering two-thirds of our beautiful continent, rabbits pose a greater threat to our native wildlife than even cats or foxes.

🔴 They're the #1 menace to our treasured native species.
🔴 Farmers are feeling the hit, with a staggering $216M loss yearly.

For a comprehensive insight, access our "Plagues and Predators" report here: https://loom.ly/kWTRO94

Feral pig numbers at Kakadu National Park in Australia have soared to more than 70,000 in the past four years. Along with wild buffalos rising by 50% to 7,500 and 15,000 feral horses.

Read the full article here ▶︎ https://loom.ly/obqBfkc

🌏 Happy World Wombat Day!

Today let's shine a spotlight on the remarkable northern hairy-nosed wombat, the largest and rarest of all wombat species. They're critically endangered, with estimates from 2020 suggesting there are only approximately 315 northern hairy-nosed wombats left on our planet.

They face threats like wildfires, predation, and invasive plants. Let's step up to protect these amazing creatures and their habitat.

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Photo credit: Melissa Mayhew

The Centre's CEO, Andreas Glanznig was thrilled to be part of the Decade of Biosecurity: 2021-2030 contingent showcasing the proposed Parliamentary Friends of Biosecurity group at Parliament House 👏👏

See below for all the details and some great photos... including the VIP detector dogs guests!

📢 Call for abstracts now open!

Working on some outstanding research in the invasive species space or have some insights into on-the-ground management successes? Then we want to hear from you!

The 19th Australasian Vertebrate Pest Conference is heading to Sydney, on the traditional lands of the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, on 29 July–1 August 2024 👏

Both oral and poster slots are available, with practitioners, researchers, wildlife managers and policy advisers encouraged to submit an abstract that aligns with the conference theme of ‘Translating Science into Effective Management.'

Abstract submissions close at 5pm on Wednesday 28 February 2024.

Find out more at https://loom.ly/9-NX-uc
NSW Department of Primary Industries Local Land Services NSW NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service

AVPC – Australasian Vertebrate Pest Conference In partnership with the NSW Department of Primary Industries, NSW Local Land Service and NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service

🌿 Wilsons Prom: A Climate Refuge in the Making

Nestled at the most southerly point of mainland Australia, Wilsons Promontory National Park is becoming a haven for endangered species. A 10-kilometer predator-proof fence is in the works to safeguard the park's unique ecosystem.

Read full article:https://loom.ly/wmH28k4
📸 credit :Jamie Brown

💥💥 ABARES have released their 3rd annual survey on pests and w**ds.

Key facts:
💠85% land managers spent on average around $21,950 on pest and w**d species management
💠Land managers report that feral animals continue to cause considerable impacts on their properties
💠Foxes, rabbits, rats and mice were the most common problem
💠60% of land managers reported problems with W**ds of National Significance

Read the full report 👇👇

https://www.agriculture.gov.au/abares/research-topics/social-sciences/pest-animals-w**d-management-survey

Did you know that feral deer come with a significant annual cost of over $91 Million Dollars for our communities and primary producers?

Australia is now home to six deer species, with fallow deer alone consume more pasture than our sheep!

🦌Curious to learn more and be part of the solution? Dive into the details on DeerScan: https://loom.ly/sSOd4C8

🗣️Stakeholders and community have an opportunity to have their say on invasive species management in NSW with the Natural Resources Commission’s NSW Invasive Species Management Review.

💠 Are existing programs effective?
💠 What, if any, are the key barriers to you conducting effective management?
💠 What are the key opportunities that you see to improve management in the future?

Public submissions are open until 31 October.

Learn more and have your say 👇

https://loom.ly/8x-Hq-Y

Invasive species review The NSW Premier has requested the Commission to review the priority risks and impacts of invasive species in NSW, including the effectiveness of current management strategies.

🔈🔈Planning for the 19th Australasian Vertebrate Pest Conference (AVPC) is ramping up with the Sponsorship Prospectus now available!

Taking place at the Aerial UTS Function Centre in Sydney from 29 July to 1 August 2024, the AVPC will showcase the future of vertebrate pest management.

The event will provide your organisation with the ideal opportunity to promote your business to practitioners, researchers, wildlife managers and policy advisors from across Australasia 👏👏

Get involved at https://loom.ly/VjNSjeE

NSW Department of Primary Industries Local Land Services NSW NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service

Concerning news from Dhilba Guuranda-Innes National Park! A domestic cat was caught on camera with native prey in its mouth in this protected area on the Yorke Peninsula, home to recently reintroduced brush-tailed bettongs.

Read full article: https://loom.ly/nLLqMRQ
Photo by: Northern and Yorke Landscape Board

We're spotlighting w**dy problems this World Environmental Health Day 🌿 Under the Australian W**ds Strategy, 32 W**ds of National Significance have been identified by Australian governments based on their invasiveness, potential for spread and environmental, social and economic impacts. Here, we're introducing you to 3 w**ds, but for the complete list, hop over to our W**ds Australia website: https://w**ds.org.au/overview/lists-strategies/

🌱African Boxthorn
Originally from South Africa, African Boxthorn is a W**d of National Significance. This spiny shrub can grow up to 5m tall and wide, spreading quickly via seeds.

🌱Asparagus Fern
Originating from South Africa, the Asparagus Fern has become a serious environmental w**d. This common garden plant easily re-establishes when discarded as garden waste and is spread by birds, which disperse viable seeds up to several kilometers away!

🌱Alligator W**d
Hailing from South America, Alligator W**d is an aquatic herb that has become a significant concern. It forms large, dense mats in cool to warm temperate, sub-tropical, and tropical areas, obstructing waterways, impeding flows, and limiting light and oxygen.

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🌏 Australia's Call to Action to Prevent Biodiversity Loss

The recent landmark report warns of an alarming trend: the costs incurred due to invasive alien species have been quadrupled every decade since 1970. It is imperative that Australia amplifies its efforts in biosecurity to prevent further economic and environmental damage.

The focus must shift towards preventing the introduction and establishment of new alien species and diseases, not just those posing a risk to agriculture but also those threatening nature. These include the Giant African land snail (pictured), avian influenza, and new tramp ants, among others.

For more insights from the experts, visit: https://loom.ly/001t5Ko

📢 Total Wild Dog Records to Date: 173,232 🐕
Recent Records: 21,710 📈
Landholder Groups: 215 🤝

Join us in protecting agriculture, the environment, and community well-being through evidence-based, ethical, and humane wild dog control.

📲 Get started by downloading the app here: https://loom.ly/csDbnsE

Got questions or need assistance with WildDogScan? Our National Coordinator, Peter West, is here to help at [email protected]

Swipe left to uncover the top 5 invasive species that are threatening Australia's unique biodiversity. Learn about each of these culprits and why it's critical to curb their spread🙏

🔴 Alert: Growing Threat of Invasive Fire Ants in Australia 🔴

The community should brace for the potential economic impact of the invasive fire ants, warns the Invasive Species Council. The pervasive spread of these super pests could cost Australia about $2 billion per year in economic output.

Join the conversation on how businesses, government and the community can work collaboratively to prevent a full-scale invasion that might alter our way of living drastically.

Read more here: https://loom.ly/EZ4CxKY

🌏 September marks in Australia, a time to reflect on the rich and varied forms of life that grace our land and waters. From our sweeping deserts to dense forests. 🐨🍃 Every plant, animal, and microbe here plays a vital role in sustaining our vibrant ecosystems.

Join us in fostering conversations and initiatives that prioritise biodiversity - because a healthy environment is key to a prosperous future.

Wild dog control and invasive species pest management have been in the news lately.

See the latest from the National Wild Dog Action Plan: new research showing dingoes don't suppress feral cat and fox populations. Important when considering the ongoing management of wild dogs in Australia.

Read the full release 👇👇

https://loom.ly/V8LJIgA

📢 Working on some outstanding research in the invasive species space or have some insights into on-the-ground management successes? Then we want to hear from you!

The 19th Australasian Vertebrate Pest Conference is heading to Sydney, NSW on 29 July–1 August 2024 and the call for abstracts is open now👏

Both oral and poster slots are available, with practitioners, researchers, wildlife managers and policy advisers encouraged to submit an abstract that aligns with the conference theme of ‘Translating Science into Effective Management.'

Abstract submissions close at 5pm on Wednesday 28 February 2024.

Find out more at https://loom.ly/9-NX-uc
NSW Department of Primary Industries Local Land Services NSW NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service

🚨 New Regulations Alert 🚨
Starting Sept 1, Australia & NewZealand are enforcing seasonal controls on cargoes to combat invasive species. This move comes after infestations like the Brown Marmorated Stink Bug from Japan & Korea caused huge losses in the past. 🌏🚢

Further details are available on the DAFF website: https://www.agriculture.gov.au/biosecurity-trade/import/before/brown-marmorated-stink-bugs -risk-countries

🎉🎉Proud to be part of this event once again with our partners Animal Health Australia, Plant Health Australia and Invasive Species Council. Bring on the in 2024 👊

Learn more 👇

We’re feeling fin-tastic about the location of the 3rd Australian Biosecurity Symposium.

Join us at Sea World Resort - Gold Coast, Australia on the 27-29 Aug 2024!

Visit Biosym.com.au for more information.

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