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ISBN: 9781486305674
Year: 2018
Publisher: CSIRO

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The "Guide to Introduced Pest Animals of Australia" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the ecological challenges posed by invasive species in Australia. Each year, these introduced pest animals impose over $1 billion in economic, environmental, and social costs on the country. This comprehensive guide meticulously details 60 introduced vertebrate pest species, including 27 mammals, 18 birds, 9 freshwater fish, 2 amphibians, and 4 reptiles that wreak havoc on Australian ecosystems.

Inside, you'll find vital information to help identify each pest species in the field and understand their unique characteristics—size, weight, colouration, diet, breeding behaviour, and habitat preferences. Enhanced by high-quality photographs and helpful maps, the guide not only assists in identification but also offers practical management strategies to combat these disruptive species.

Additionally, the guide includes profiles of emerging high-risk pest species threatening our environment, agriculture, and public health. Whether you're a farmer, natural resource manager, pest controller, or wildlife ecologist, this user-friendly guide empowers you to tackle the challenges of Australia’s most significant introduced pest animals effectively. Discover local threats and management options today with this invaluable resource, ensuring a healthier ecosystem for tomorrow.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781486305674
Year: 2018
Publisher: CSIRO


Description:


Australia's introduced vertebrate pest species cost at least $1 billion annually in economic, environmental, and social impacts. The Guide to Introduced Pest Animals of Australia is a comprehensive, practical guide to 60 introduced pest animal species present in Australia, including 27 mammals, 18 birds, nine freshwater fish, two amphibians, and four reptiles. It contains descriptive information to identify each species in the field, including distinctive physical characteristics, size, weight, colouration, diet, breeding behaviour, habitat preferences, and information about footprints, dung, scats, and audible animal calls.


Each species profile is accompanied by practical management information, maps, and high-quality photographs – allowing readers to learn about pest species in their local area, what problems they might cause, and what control options exist for management. This guide also contains a number of emerging high-risk pest species that may pose a significant threat to our natural environment, economy, agriculture, and human health.


Whether you are a farmer, natural resource manager, public land manager, pest controller, teacher, student, field naturalist, or wildlife ecologist, this easy-to-use guide will help you identify Australia's most significant introduced pest animals in your local area.