Pest Species We Manage
Management and monitoring programs can be implemented for the following species
Feral Deer
Feral deer are an emerging problem in Australia, with populations rapidly increasing across many regions.
Deer threaten native vegetation, compete with livestock for resources, and contribute to soil erosion through their grazing and trampling.
Feral deer pose a risk to humans and vehicles through their preference for crepuscular movement, they threaten wildlife by disturbing habitats and spreading diseases.
Effective management of feral deer is essential to protect Australia’s ecosystems and agricultural industries.
Feral Pigs
Feral pigs are a significant environmental and agricultural threat in Australia.
Introduced in the late 18th century, they have since spread across much of the country, causing widespread damage to crops, native ecosystems, and water sources.
Their rooting behavior disrupts soil, leading to erosion, while they also pose a risk to native wildlife by predating on eggs and competing for food.
Managing feral pig populations is crucial to protecting both agriculture and biodiversity.
Foxes
Foxes have become one of the most damaging invasive species in the country.
They prey on native wildlife, including ground-nesting birds and small mammals, driving many species to the brink of extinction. Foxes impact heavily on farming enterprises like poultry and sheep producers
Their widespread presence poses a significant threat to Australia's unique biodiversity,As experts working in the urban interface, no problem is too complex
Wild Dogs
Wild dogs pose significant challenges to the environment and agriculture.
Descended from domestis pets, and often hybridised with dingo, these animals have adapted to the wild, forming packs and preying on native wildlife.
Their presence can disrupt local ecosystems and threaten the survival of endangered species. Wild dogs cause damaging impacts and threats to the livestock and sheep industry.
Effective management strategies are crucial mitigate their impact while balancing the needs of wildlife conservation and rural communities.
Feral Cats
Feral cats are a major threat to Australia's native wildlife, responsible for the decline of numerous species, particularly small mammals, reptiles, and birds.
Introduced in the early colonial period, they are highly efficient predators and have contributed to the extinction of several native animals.
Feral cats pose a threat to domestic cats through fighting and disease transmission, some of these diseases can also pose a threat to human health
Managing their population is critical to preserving Australia's unique biodiversity and protecting endangered species.
Feral Goats
Feral goats have become widespread across the country, particularly in arid and semi-arid regions.
They cause significant damage to vegetation by overgrazing, which leads to soil erosion and disrupts native plant communities. Feral goats also compete with livestock for resources and can degrade water sources.
Their presence threatens both agricultural productivity and biodiversity, making their management a priority for conservation and land management efforts.
Indian (Common) Myna
Indian Myna Birds, Known for aggressive behavior, the myna competes with native birds for nesting sites and food, often displacing species such as the native galah and rainbow lorikeet.
Its presence also poses a threat to agricultural crops, as it feeds on fruit and grain.
Efforts to control the common myna are essential to protect Australia’s biodiversity and agricultural industries.
Rabbits and Hares
Rabbits, introduced to Australia in the 18th century, have become major agricultural and environmental pest.
Rabbits, cause extensive damage by overgrazing vegetation, leading to soil erosion and the destruction of native plant species.
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Hares, though less numerous, also contribute to land degradation and significantly impact Australia's fragile ecosystems.
Effective control measures are vital to mitigate their environmental and economic damage.
Pigeons and Starlings
Pigeons and Starlings have adapted well to city life, nesting in buildings and feeding on food scraps.
While not as destructive as other invasive species, pigeons and starlings cause issues by fouling public spaces, damaging infrastructure, and competing with native bird species for food and nesting sites.
Their large populations in some areas also raise concerns about disease transmission and the need for effective management in urban environments.
Fire Ants (RIFA)
The SUPERPEST - These little beasties will have a bigger impact on the Australian way of life, our industries and our natives than all of the others COMBINED
RIFA are known to form large colonies and cause painful stings, which can cause severe allergic reactions in humans and animals.
They disrupt local ecosystems by outcompeting native ant species and threatening agricultural industries by damaging crops and infrastructure.
The spread of fire ants poses a significant threat to both public health and biodiversity, making their control and eradication a key priority for Australian biosecurity efforts.
Feral Horses & Donkeys
Feral horses and donkeys, introduced to Australia in the 19th century, have become widespread across the country, especially in remote and arid regions.
Both species cause significant environmental damage by overgrazing, trampling vegetation, and contributing to soil erosion. Their presence threatens native plant and animal species by disturbing habitats and delicate ecosystems.
Managing their populations is essential to protect Australia's unique biodiversity and landscapes.
Feral Cattle
Feral cattle cause considerable damage to the environment, trampling native vegetation, disturbing water sources, and contributing to soil erosion.
Their grazing competes with both native species and livestock, impacting agricultural productivity.
Feral cattle pose a threat to biodiversity by disrupting delicate ecosystems.
Damage Mitigation
Damage Mitigation Permits (DMPs) can be acquired for the management of troublesome native species such as macropods and ducks - reach out and we can discuss your situation.
Have you got a problem with a pest that isn't listed? Get in touch, We'll find a solution