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Shooters to target feral cats in NSW national parks amid boom in population

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Shooters to target feral cats in NSW national parks amid boom in population



Invasive Species Council says 5 million native mammals, birds, reptiles and frogs are killed by feral and roaming pet cats a day in AustraliaFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA five-person team of expert shooters will soon target feral cats in New South Wales national parks as the state steps up efforts to control the pest animals.The intensive ground operation is being deployed in response to increased cat numbers, according to National Parks and Wildlife Service deputy secretary, Atticus Fleming.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading…



Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2024/oct/14/nsw-feral-cats-national-parks-invasive-species-council

Author : Petra Stock

Publish date : 2024-10-14 01:44:41

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