Rodent Management Research Focus - More than 40% of the world’s
mammal species are rodents. - About 10% of rodent species are
significant pests in agricultural and urban environments. -
About 90% of rodent species play an important role in
ecosystems: - as prey for native species, - limiting growth in
invertebrate populations, - as ecological engineers through
influencing water infiltration (eg. burrows, dams) and flow of
nutrients, - as seed dispersers. Our Research Focus - Whole of
systems approaches in complex landscapes - incorporating
agricultural production, conservation, wildlife and pest
management. - Managing rodents as pests, or for conservation,
through understanding the ecology of particular species. -
Identifying factors that influence rodent pest populations. -
Devising sustainable management strategies to significantly
reduce pest economic and social impact. >> The mouse problem in
Australia >> The rat problem in Asia We have 20 years of
research experience in the biology and management of rode