The True Cost of Feral Pests in Australia

Over $288 million in annual agricultural losses - Plus environmental devastation and threats to human safety

$288M+ Annual Losses
1B+ Native Animals Killed
15+ Species Extinctions

Feral pests are costing Australia hundreds of millions of dollars every year

From devastating agricultural losses to the extinction of native species, feral animals pose a serious threat to Australian farmers, property owners, and the environment. Understanding the impact of these pests is the first step toward protecting your property and livelihood.

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The Major Threats

Understanding each pest's impact on your property, livestock, and local ecosystem

Feral Rabbit

Rabbits

Critical Threat
$197-200 million in agricultural losses annually

Australia's most damaging and widespread invasive pests, now inhabiting over 70% of the continent. They destroy crops and pastures, compete with livestock for food, and transfer diseases to both pet and commercial rabbit populations.

  • Cover 70% of Australia's landmass
  • Massive agricultural and environmental destruction
  • Disease transmission to domestic animals
  • Prevent native plant regeneration
Feral Deer

Feral Deer

Critical Threat
$91 million in annual economic losses

Feral deer populations are rapidly expanding across Australia, causing significant damage to agricultural operations, infrastructure, and native ecosystems.

  • Crop destruction and pasture competition
  • Infrastructure damage to fences and equipment
  • Vehicle collision hazards
  • Increased land management costs
Fox

Foxes

Severe Threat
Responsible for 15-16 native species extinctions

Among Australia's most destructive invasive predators, foxes have driven numerous native species to extinction and continue to threaten 95+ additional species.

  • Threaten 95+ endangered native species
  • Kill livestock including lambs and poultry
  • Attacks on people and pets recorded
  • Intelligent and thrive near human settlements
Feral Cat

Feral Cats

Severe Threat
Kill over 1 billion native animals each year

Skilled, adaptable predators responsible for widespread declines and extinctions of small mammals, ground-dwelling birds, reptiles, and other native fauna across Australia.

  • 1+ billion native animals killed annually
  • Carry diseases and parasites harmful to humans
  • Reproduce quickly, becoming top predators swiftly
  • Threaten endangered species survival
Wild Dog

Wild Dogs

Severe Threat
Substantial economic losses to sheep and goat producers

Wild dogs impact sheep and goat producers most heavily, causing significant livestock losses and threatening native wildlife populations.

  • Major livestock predator (sheep, goats, calves)
  • Prey on native species and ground-nesting birds
  • Can become aggressive toward people and pets
  • Recorded attacks on humans
Feral Pig

Feral Pigs

High Threat
Agricultural, environmental, and biosecurity impacts

Feral pigs cause widespread damage to crops, pasture, and soil while spreading diseases that can transfer to livestock and humans.

  • Damage crops, pasture, and soil structure
  • Foul waterways and spread weeds
  • Prey on native wildlife and livestock (lambs)
  • Carry diseases and parasites harmful to humans and animals
Feral Goat

Feral Goats

High Threat
Significant land degradation and erosion

Feral goats cause substantial environmental damage through overgrazing, soil erosion, and competition with native fauna and livestock.

  • Overgraze native plants, prevent regeneration
  • Contribute to serious soil erosion
  • Foul waterholes and spread weeds
  • Carry diseases affecting wildlife and livestock
Hare

Hares

Moderate Threat
Localized agricultural impacts at high densities

Although less damaging than rabbits, hares still cause significant agricultural and environmental impacts in areas where populations reach high density.

  • Agricultural and environmental damage
  • Resistant to poison baits
  • Not affected by rabbit biocontrol agents
  • Management requires professional shooting
Pest Birds

Pest Birds

High Threat
Disease carriers affecting humans and animals

Invasive bird species including Indian Mynas, European Starlings, Sparrows, Pigeons, and Blackbirds have become established across urban, agricultural, and natural environments.

  • Carry diseases and parasites harmful to humans
  • Damage agricultural crops and stored grain
  • Compete with native bird species
  • Create health and safety issues in buildings

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