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Introductions of Invasive Species in Oceania

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European Red Fox (Vulpes vulpes)

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Introduced to Australia in the 1850s; has significantly impacted native wildlife, contributing to the decline of species such as the bilby.

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Rabbits (Oryctolagus cuniculus)

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First introduced in the late 18th century; has led to extensive agricultural damage and soil erosion.

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Cane Toad (Rhinella marina)

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Introduced in 1935 to Australia; has caused declines in native predators due to its toxic skin.

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European Starling (Sturnus vulgaris)

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Introduced in the 1860s to New Zealand; competes with native birds for habitat and spread disease.

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Northern Pacific Seastar (Asterias amurensis)

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Introduced to Australian waters in the 1980s; preys on native species and alters marine ecosystems.

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African Big-headed Ant (Pheidole megacephala)

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Introduced before 1880 to various Pacific Islands; outcompetes indigenous ant species and affects the ecology.

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Small Indian Mongoose (Herpestes javanicus)

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Introduced in the 1880s to Fiji and other Pacific Islands; has predation impact on native birds, mammals, and reptiles.

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Common Myna (Acridotheres tristis)

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Introduced in the 1860s to control insects; competes aggressively with native birds, affecting their population.

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Feral Pig (Sus scrofa)

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Brought to the Pacific Islands by Polynesian settlers and later to Australia; causes habitat destruction and predation on native species.

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Domestic Cat (Felis catus)

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Introduced throughout Oceania with human settlement; preys on native wildlife and is a threat to bird populations.

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Yellow Crazy Ant (Anoplolepis gracilipes)

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Introduced to Australia and the Pacific Islands; forms dense populations that damage ecosystems and agriculture.

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European Rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus)

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Introduced in 1788 to Australia; has caused immense ecological damage and soil erosion.

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Argentine Ant (Linepithema humile)

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Introduced to Australia in the 1930s; displaces native ants and affects the ecological balance.

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