Rhinella marina
Rhinella marina
(Cane Toad)
Amphibians-Frogs
Exotic

Impact ID2273
Impact TypeDisease/Parasites/Toxicity
Study TypeObservational
Study LocationField
Impact DescriptionIn Australia, Varanus varius (Lace Monitor) populations declined by 74% after the cane toad invasion. Bellatorias major (Land Mullett) and Intellagama lesueurii (Eastern Water Dragon) experienced Rhinella marina-mediated population declines. Pseudechis porphyriacus (Red-bellied Blacksnake) completely disappeared from some areas when Rhinella marina invaded.
Reference32852
Great Lakes RegionNo
Cost 
LocationAustralia

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