JOURNAL ARTICLE

Farmers fear dingoes are eating their livestock-but predator poo tells an unexpected story.

  • Published In: Wildlife Australia, 2025, v. 62, n. 3. P. 15 1 of 3

  • Database: Agriculture Plus 2 of 3

  • Authored By: MASON, RACHEL; RITCHIE, EUAN 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on a study analyzing the diets of dingoes, foxes, and feral cats in the Mallee region of Victoria, Australia, to understand their impact on livestock and native wildlife. The research found that dingoes primarily consume kangaroos, wallabies, and emus, with livestock making up a minimal part of their diet, while foxes and cats were found to prey more on small native mammals, including threatened species. The study highlights the complexities of predator management, suggesting that lethal control measures should be based on scientific evidence to avoid unintended ecological consequences. It advocates for non-lethal alternatives to protect both livestock and native wildlife, emphasizing the need for evidence-based approaches in wildlife management. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Wildlife Australia. 2025/09, Vol. 62, Issue 3, p15
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Law
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0043-5481
  • Accession Number:187936685
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