Baiting Predators for Conservation? New Research Weighs the Impact

The most comprehensive analysis of baiting efficacy conducted to date has published its results, containing insights into baiting efficacy and best practice.
Baiting Predators for Conservation? New Research Weighs the Impact
A Dingo stands in an enclosure at the Dingo Discovery and Research Centre in rural Australia on May 25, 2009. William West/AFP/Getty Images
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The most comprehensive analysis of baiting efficacy conducted to date has published its results, demonstrating baiting to be impactful in fox, feral cat and dingo populations, and offering insights into best practice.

Toxic baiting is the primary management technique used to control populations of these predator species and is an important tool for conservation and land managers. There are various other techniques, but it is by far the dominant method used.

Lily Kelly
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Lily Kelly is an Australian based reporter for The Epoch Times, she covers social issues, renewable energy, the environment and health and science.