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Problematic pests in our region

Coral Creeper or Small Bush Violet

Barleria repens (also known as coral creeper or small bush violet) […]

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Cane Toads

Invasive animal under Queensland’s Biosecurity Act 2014 Originally introduced to […]

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Cat’s Claw Creeper

Cat’s claw creeper is a Weed of National Significance as it completely smothers all vegetation in its path.

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European Red Fox

Restricted invasive animal under Queensland’s Biosecurity Act 2014 Originally introduced for […]

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Feral cats

Restricted invasive animal under Queensland’s Biosecurity Act 2014 Domestic cats that […]

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Feral pigs

Restricted invasive animal under Queensland’s Biosecurity Act 2014 Originally introduced into […]

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Giant Rat’s Tail Grass

Restricted invasive plant under Queensland’s Biosecurity Act 2014 Originally introduced into […]

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Lantana

Restricted invasive plant under Queensland’s Biosecurity Act 2014 and declared as a Weed of […]

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Parkinsonia

Parkinsonia is one of Australia’s worst weeds. Parkinsonia chokes waterways and floodplains, reducing the ability of stock and native animals to access watering points.

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