Sydney residents have been put on alert after a cane toad was spotted in the city’s southern suburbs. The invasive pest was spotted at Seymour Shaw Park in Miranda on February 22, sparking a community warning from Sutherland Shire Council.
Sydney residents have been put on alert after a cane toad was spotted in the city’s southern suburbs . The invasive pest was spotted at Seymour Shaw Park in Miranda on February 22, sparking a community warning from Sutherland Shire Council . Sutherland Shire Bushcare urged residents to “keep your eyes out” for toads across the shire. Council confirmed it captured the cane toad and is actively patrolling and monitoring the area.
“Since the cane toad was captured, there have been no further sightings in the area,” the council told 7NEWS.com.au. Despite this, the community is asked to be aware and alert. “Council requests the community remain vigilant and report any suspected cane toad sightings to council’s invasive species team promptly for investigation and collection,” council said. “It is important not to harm a suspected cane toad, as other species, including endangered frogs and toads, can be mistaken for cane toads.” Anyone attempting to capture a suspected cane toad is urged to wear gloves and glasses and use a bucket with airholes to cover the toad before contacting the counci
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