Electric ants (Wasmannia auropunctata) in Queensland (Queensland Primary Industries and Fisheries)

Electric ants (Wasmannia auropunctata) in Queensland

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Electric ants (Wasmannia auropunctata) in Queensland

The invasive pest electric ant was found in Smithfield in May 2006, and later also detected in Kewarra Beach, another northern suburb of Cairns, North Queensland.

Biosecurity Queensland is working with the community to eradicate this pest and has completed treatment at the areas of initial infestation. Surveillance will be conducted to ensure the ant has been eradicated. Further infestations have since been discovered in Smithfield and Kewarra Beach as well as Caravonica and Trinity Beach. Treatment is underway in these areas.

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Last updated 04 November 2009

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