Invasive Species
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Australian Wildfires Provide Surprise Boon for Hunting Cats
By Mindy Weisberger published
Australian researchers investigating the hunting habits of feral cats discovered that the felines were benefitting from an unexpected ally: intense fires.

Australia's Surprising Weapon Against Invasive Fish: Herpes
By Mindy Weisberger published
The Australian government recently announced an unusual initiative to eradicate a long-standing animal pest problem.

T. Rex Was Likely an Invasive Species
By Laura Geggel published
Tyrannosaurus rex, king of the dinosaur age, wasn't a North American native, a new study suggests. And once the beast came onto the scene it muscled out all its competitors and took over.

95 Burmese Pythons (and Counting) Captured in Everglades
By Laura Geggel published
The Burmese python has worn out its welcome, and its time is nigh.

King Crabs Arrive in Antarctic, with Claws Out for Biodiversity
By Elizabeth Peterson published
The king crab could soon take over a whole new kingdom, and it has global warming to thank for the conquest.

Beautiful, Rat-Filled Island Seen From Space
By Stephanie Pappas published
Australia's Adele Island appears tranquil from space, but this sandy spit is the site of efforts to eradicate an invasive rat population that devastates seabird populations.

Snake in the Grass! Huge Everglades Python Shows Invasive Issue
By Elizabeth Peterson published
A giant python, about as long as a shipping container, was captured in Everglades National Park in Florida earlier this month (July 9).
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