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Introductions of Invasive Species in Oceania
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European Red Fox (Vulpes vulpes)
Introduced to Australia in the 1850s; has significantly impacted native wildlife, contributing to the decline of species such as the bilby.
Rabbits (Oryctolagus cuniculus)
First introduced in the late 18th century; has led to extensive agricultural damage and soil erosion.
Cane Toad (Rhinella marina)
Introduced in 1935 to Australia; has caused declines in native predators due to its toxic skin.
European Starling (Sturnus vulgaris)
Introduced in the 1860s to New Zealand; competes with native birds for habitat and spread disease.
Northern Pacific Seastar (Asterias amurensis)
Introduced to Australian waters in the 1980s; preys on native species and alters marine ecosystems.
African Big-headed Ant (Pheidole megacephala)
Introduced before 1880 to various Pacific Islands; outcompetes indigenous ant species and affects the ecology.
Small Indian Mongoose (Herpestes javanicus)
Introduced in the 1880s to Fiji and other Pacific Islands; has predation impact on native birds, mammals, and reptiles.
Common Myna (Acridotheres tristis)
Introduced in the 1860s to control insects; competes aggressively with native birds, affecting their population.
Feral Pig (Sus scrofa)
Brought to the Pacific Islands by Polynesian settlers and later to Australia; causes habitat destruction and predation on native species.
Domestic Cat (Felis catus)
Introduced throughout Oceania with human settlement; preys on native wildlife and is a threat to bird populations.
Yellow Crazy Ant (Anoplolepis gracilipes)
Introduced to Australia and the Pacific Islands; forms dense populations that damage ecosystems and agriculture.
European Rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus)
Introduced in 1788 to Australia; has caused immense ecological damage and soil erosion.
Argentine Ant (Linepithema humile)
Introduced to Australia in the 1930s; displaces native ants and affects the ecological balance.
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