Description
Each species profile is accompanied by practical management information, maps and high-quality photographs - allowing readers to learn about pest species in their local area, what problems they might cause, and what control options exist for management. This guide also contains a number of emerging highrisk pest species that may pose a significant threat to our natural environment, economy, agriculture and human health.
Whether you are a farmer, natural resource manager, public land manager, pest controller, teacher, student, field naturalist or wildlife ecologist, this easy-to-use guide will help you identify Australia's most significant introduced pest animals in your local area.
About the Author
Peter West has 20 years' experience in invasive species research and wildlife management. He is a researcher with the NSW Department of Primary Industries and has spent the past 10 years working closely with communities across Australia implementing pest monitoring and control programs. He focuses on providing practical tools and solutions to pest problems, and currently manages a national pest animal monitoring program. He has also developed phone apps to help people identify pest species in the field.
Book Information
ISBN 9781486305674
Author Peter West
Format Paperback
Page Count 160
Imprint CSIRO Publishing
Publisher CSIRO Publishing
Weight(grams) 320g