Pest Control in action!
A new study shows invertebrate life on Lord Howe Island has significantly increased since the eradication of rodents in 2019.
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Ever thought you'd like a bee hive? We need more bees now.
"I think that we're facing a slow-moving food crisis and no-one is aware that it's coming." said Mr McDonald from Victoria.
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Most people, especially those in urban areas, never actually experience a mouse plague.
The ABC has created this great little visualisation that certainly hits home what homeowners, businesses, and farmers have to deal with.
Go to the page & scroll to see.
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A previously unknown giant stick insect has been discovered in the high-altitude rainforests of Australia — and it may be the heaviest insect ever recorded in the country. https://t.co/OUYUPdRUWF
The National Fire Ant Eradication Program is well-positioned to eradicate fire ants by 2032, according to Toni Stiles, General Manager Program Performance, National Fire Ant Eradication Program.
Do you think it's possible?
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Measuring just 2-6mm, the male peacock spider is one of Australia’s tiniest showmen. It lifts its brightly coloured abdomen, flashes shimmering iridescent scales, fans hidden flaps and waves its elongated third legs in a highly choreographed dance designed to impress a female
Every April, beekeepers across Australia take part in the National Bee Pest Blitz - a coordinated effort to protect our bees, honey industry and environment.
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Protect your hive with Apithor Hive Beetle Harbourage
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The brown recluse spider is often cited as one of the more dangerous spiders and one whose bite can cause skin necrotism.
However, recent research suggests that only 10% of bites result in skin necrosis.
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Termites break down wood at much higher rates in warmer climates. Something to keep in mind when we are already seeing higher than average April temps.
'Warm to hot temperatures are spreading across much of the country with temps 5°C to 10°C above average for some locations.'
Do you have a pest manager to recommend?
Now in its fourth year, the AEPMA Sustainability Award, continues to recognise organisations that demonstrate outstanding leadership in sustainable business practices and meaningful community engagement. https://t.co/J3TFx7F60R
Termite sightings across the country have left homeowners concerned as experts warn that recent rain and humidity create the perfect conditions for colonies to thrive.
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Funnel-web spiders are wandering into our backyard
“This time of year, we tend to see the males wandering and looking for a mate. We have also seen extremely hot days, followed by days in between with rainfall.
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The Australian Reptile Park's issued an urgent warning & is currently facing some of the lowest number of funnel-web spiders it has ever seen, placing enormous pressure on the program that supplies venom essential for the production of antivenom across AU
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New research has revealed that funnel-web spiders could hold the key to a major breakthrough in heart health. https://t.co/fU1kuyQ5J6
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