Cane toads

The dreaded Cane toad, Bufo Marinus , is now on Darwin's doorstep and will start to impact on our urban and rural areas in earnest during the 2005-06 wet season. Goannas, Frill Necked Lizards, birds and many other native creatures that we enjoy watching in our yards today will die after eating the toxic toads. Others, such as frogs and native toads, will be wiped out by trying to compete with the invader.

The proactive community group, Frogwatch, has mounted a high profile education campaign to restrict the impact of the Cane Toad and provide helpful advice on how to 'toad-proof' your yard by special fencing and trapping techniques.

Frogwatch encourages Darwin residents to report all Cane Toad sightings by phoning

1800 243 564 . For more information you can visit the website at www.frogwatch.org.au

While Cane toads don't belong in Australia and will harm our pets and native wildlife, they do feel pain like any other animal and should be treated humanely when you dispose of them.

Dogs, cats and canetoads - info sheet

For more information and identification advice, call 1800 243 564.