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Guide to controlling pest animals
Controlling pest animals helps protect our native biodiversity.
Our native plants and animals evolved without the presence of mammalian predators and browsers. With no natural defence, our native species are under threat from introduced animals.
1. Identification
First find out which pest animals you have around, so you can tailor your control methods. You might not be able to spot some of these pests, but they may leave clues that reveal their identity. Some of these resources on pest identification can also be used as educational tools.
Start with these resources
2. Control
Once you have identified your pest animals, choose a specific control method.
Start with these resources
3. Monitoring and data collection
It is important to record what you are controlling to show your progress over time. You can then use the data in funding applications.
