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From carp, rabbits and ants through the full catalogue of weeds, we're using a range of methods to tackle invasive pests.

Carp Control Carp Control

CSIRO researchers are leading the way in understanding the ecology, impacts and control of the invasive European carp in Australia.

Biological control of weeds

CSIRO has a long and successful history of using biological control agents as a cornerstone of sustainable management programs for weeds of national significance, such as Paterson's curse and prickly pear.

Rabbit Biocontrol Rabbit Biocontrol

We are continuing research to find new strategies that will help maintain benefits of biocontrol of rabbits in the future.

Dung Beetles Dung Beetles

In 2014 our researchers released French and Spanish spring-active Onthophagus vacca and Bubus bubalus dung beetles in Australia's latest effort to improve dung burial. Burying dung improves pasture productivity, sequesters carbon and controls buffalo and bush flies.

Eradicating invasive ants Eradicating invasive ants

CSIRO researchers are leading the way in understanding the ecology, impacts and control of invasive alien ant species.

Tracking Australia's mice

Using the MouseAlert app, we’re asking Australian farmers to identify and target mouse population ‘hot spots’ to help predict future outbreaks and facilitate timely management actions for mouse control.
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