How do I recognise birds that are not native to Australia?
The WA Department of Agriculture and Food has produced three National Animal Pest Alerts to raise public awareness about the potential risk of new invasive species establishing populations in Australa and becoming pests. The alerts cover the Indian Ringneck, House Crow and Common Myna. The brochures are intended to educate the public about the risks these emerging pests pose to agriculture, the environment and social values. Thy aim to increase community awareness and vigilance, because there is a great reliance on the public to report pest species. They also encourage responsible keping of non-native birds with significant pest potential. Sightings of unusual birds or animals should be reported to the neares relevant government department or wildlife authority on Freecall 1800 084 881.
