Invasive alien species biggest threat to biodiversity and livelihoods in Caribbean, according to new field guide Phys.org June 12, 2024 Invasive alien species (IAS) explored in a CABI-published book pose the biggest threat to biodiversity, crop and/or livestock production, human and/or animal health, and economic development in the Caribbean. These include rats, cats, mongooses and monkeys as part of a list of 171 exotic, non-native, non-indigenous or foreign animal species detailed in the 402-page “Guide … Read More from Invasive alien species biggest threat to biodiversity and livelihoods in Caribbean, according to new field guide Read Article
Islands of hope: The fight to eradicate feral pests and save native wildlife Sydney Morning Herald June 8, 2024 Australia’s islands are a haven for some of the world’s rare and unique species, but a motley crew of feral cats, foxes, rats, goats and other invasive species are wrecking these refuges and eating native animals out of their homes. But hope is at hand, and according to experts, the solution won’t cost the earth. … Read More from Islands of hope: The fight to eradicate feral pests and save native wildlife Read Article
Tonga’s Late Island shows promising results with surge in seabird populations after rat eradication initiative Island Conservation June 5, 2024 During a recent monitoring visit to Late Island in May 2024, conducted by members of the Vava’u Protection Association, Tonga Department of Environment, and Island Conservation as the technical lead for the PRISMSS Predator Free Pacific (PFP) Programme, promising signs emerged suggesting that this sanctuary of biodiversity for Tonga may be well on its way to achieving this monumental goal. … Read More from Tonga’s Late Island shows promising results with surge in seabird populations after rat eradication initiative Read Article
