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This section contains information on the history of locust plagues in Australia and the biology and ecology of the three main pest species of locusts.
Australian plague locust
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The fact sheet below has been prepared to raise awareness of eucalyptus rust, a disease exotic to Australia. Familiarise yourself with the contents of the fact sheet, particularly for signs of the…
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The guide aims to provide basic information on some high-risk exotic pests and diseases of forest and amenity trees and imported timber.DownloadDocumentPagesFile size
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IntroductionThe varroa mite (Varroa destructor Korean haplotype) is a destructive pest of the European honey bee that spread worldwide during the late 20th century, killing unprotected beehives. Globally…
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The following provide access to online mapping tools, datasets, applications and a searchable glossary that are relevant to the forest and vegetation sectors and are available to the general public.Australia's forests in ArcGIS Online interactive map viewerInteract with Australia's key spatial…
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The objective of the strategy is to have arrangements in place that allow the honey bee industry, crop industries responsive to honey bee pollination and governments to prepare for, and respond quickly and efficiently to, the establishment of varroa in Australia…
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White spot disease has been detected in NSW prawns. Find out about the response to contain and eradicate the disease currently underway.
Aquatic animals, like terrestrial animals and humans, can be affected by infectious diseases, which may be caused by pathogens such as:
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Opinions included in the material appearing on this website do not necessarily represent those of the Wildlife Exotic Disease Preparedness Program, the Department or the Australian Government.
The WEDPP is a joint program involving the Australian Government and state and territory governments…
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Key maps from the latest updates to Australia's State of the Forests ReportBelow are the key maps from the latest updates to Australia’s State of the Forests Report.
Australia's forest, by forest categoryThis map shows the extent and distribution of Australia's forests by forest category. PNG…
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Australia’s aquatic animal disease surveillance and reporting system comprises components to:require domestic reporting of diseases, including those on Australia’s National List of Reportable Diseases…
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