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Fire ants found in inner west Sydney
Original: fire ants
Fire ants, a highly invasive pest, have been detected in Sydney's inner west, according to Nine.com.au. The discovery is significant because the destructive species had previously been largely confined to south-east Queensland, and its spread raises concerns for agriculture, pets and the environment. Authorities are expected to respond with eradication and surveillance efforts.
Why now: A serious invasive pest has been detected in Australia's largest city for what is likely the first time, raising alarm about its spread.
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Evidence
- Australia politics live: Hanson-Young says she won’t run for Greens leadership again; fire ants found in Sydney’s inner west · The Guardian
- Invasive pest found in inner west Sydney · Nine.com.au
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