International entomologist specialising in fire ants and fire ant management, Professor of Biology at University of Central Florida Dr Joshua King, has sounded the alarm on the National Fire Ant Eradication Program in Queensland and New South Wales.
He has cited serious concerns over its effectiveness and potential environmental harm and highlights the need for a more targeted and sustainable approach.
Key Findings:
1. Excessive use of toxic baits, risking ecological damage and non-target impacts.
2. Lack of alternative management approaches, neglecting sensitive ecosystems.
3. Historical failures of eradication programs, potentially hastening fire ant spread.
Stop the toxic fire ant program
