Biological invasions by amphibian and reptile species (ie herpetofauna) are numerous and
widespread, having caused severe impacts on ecosystems, the economy and human health …

Biosecurity activities primarily include pre‐border and border quarantine, post‐border
surveillance and post‐border eradication. Budget allocated to quarantine and surveillance …

Translocation is an increasingly used tool in conservation management, but there is a risk
that source populations are overcollected. The risk depends critically on the detection …

Abstract Context The cane toad (Rhinella marina) is one of the most globally significant and
well-studied invasive alien species, and the detrimental impacts of its invasions warrant the …

In long‐distance dispersal events, colonising species typically begin with a small number of
founding individuals. A growing body of research suggests that establishment success of …

Feral cats are one of the most damaging predators on Earth. They can be found throughout
most of Australia's mainland and many of its larger islands, where they are adaptable …

Invasion science addresses interconnected ecological, economic, and social challenges
posed by the introduction of nonnative species. Therefore, invasion scientists have to …

Eradicating invasive species from islands is a proven method for safeguarding threatened
and endangered species from extinction. Island eradications can deliver lasting benefits, but …

Increasing international trade and tourist activities raise the likelihood that invasive species
will be introduced and result in damage to the economy, environment and society. There are …