"Invasive Cane Toads Poised to Invade Pilbara: A Looming Ecological Threat"

Research indicates that invasive cane toads are set to invade the Pilbara region of Western Australia, posing significant threats to native species and local ecosystems.

New research from Curtin University predicts that invasive cane toads could colonize up to 75% of the Pilbara in the next 10 to 20 years.
The predicted invasion threatens 25 native species, including the vulnerable Northern quoll, which may face serious population declines due to predation by the cane toad.
Without effective containment efforts, the ecological balance of Western Australia could be disrupted, leading to widespread losses among native species, impacting both culture and economy.

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The potential invasion of invasive cane toads into the Pilbara is a significant ecological threat that could devastate local biodiversity and disrupt the livelihoods of communities dependent on these native species.