US specialist on invasive species says the densities of the destructive pest are approaching what he has seen in TexasGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastParts of Queensland have as many fire ants as Texas – a hotbed of the uncontrolled infestation that costs the US billions of dollars each year, an expert has warnedDr Robert Puckett is an American specialist on invasive ant species and he’s followed Australia’s efforts to eradicate fire ants since they were discovered in Brisbane 23 years ago.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading…
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Publish date : 2024-08-24 03:46:15
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Fresh warning on fire ants in Queensland as suppression efforts struggle to halt spread
