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People and pets' lives at risk if fire ants not eradicated, study finds
Key takeaways
- Fire ants are known for their painful, burning sting.
- A report by The Australia Institute has found more than 30 people and thousands of pets would die each year if fire ants spread across Australia.
- Fire ants could cost Australian households $1.08 billion annually in medical, veterinary and management costs if the invasive species is not contained, the report suggests.
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Fire ants are known for their painful, burning sting. (Supplied: Invasive Species Council)
A report by The Australia Institute has found more than 30 people and thousands of pets would die each year if fire ants spread across Australia.
Fire ants could cost Australian households $1.08 billion annually in medical, veterinary and management costs if the invasive species is not contained, the report suggests.
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