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Invasive animals (pests) — pest risk assessments

We produce pest risk assessments to:

  • increase understanding of key invasive plants and animals in Queensland
  • provide an objective, evidence-based foundation for policy development.
  • support the prioritisation of thousands of candidate species using an evidence-based approach
  • examine the potential impact of a species based on proven track-record as a major pest overseas in similar climate and habitats

Pest risk assessments use information from a range of sources to examine aspects of the pest species or group. These reviews help to decide on management of invasive plants and animals in Queensland.

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Author Invasive Plants and Animals, Prevention and Preparedness
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Last Updated February 23, 2026, 18:05 (AEST)
Created October 28, 2025, 15:44 (AEST)