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Officials issue warning after discovering first-of-its-kind infestation at mine site: ‘Significant and devastating’

Cs news6 months ago04 mins

For the first time, fire ants have appeared in Queensland, Australia. What’s happening? ABC Capricornia reported that fire ants were detected at a mine site in central Queensland. The National Fire Ant Eradication Program confirmed the discovery, and officers from the program quickly destroyed the nests at the site. The Invasive Species Council warned that…

Officials take bold action to combat fast-spreading underwater threat: ‘Very dynamic situation’

Cs news6 months ago04 mins

New Zealand officials are taking action to protect a treasured habitat from invasive seaweed. In early July, according to regional outlet Local Matters, the Ministry for Primary Industries announced a Controlled Area Notice around Hauturu-ō-Toi, also known as Little Barrier Island. The measure restricts ships anchoring around the island to a certain depth and bans…