Grace McNally, via email Not very effective at all. At least, there’s no strong evidence that they are. You’ve New research ...

These tiny scavengers often start eating a carcass within minutes of its death, accelerating its decomposition. It means animals such as possums have less time to feed on the carrion. Previous ...

For example, in alpine regions, there were fewer large scavengers such as dingoes in winter, possibly reducing competition and making it easier for possums to access carrion. During warmer months, ...

For example, in alpine regions, we saw fewer large scavengers such as dingoes in winter, possibly reducing competition and making it easier for possums to access carrion. During warmer months, insect ...

Farmworkers who spend their days in habitats where the pests flourish are at risk of contracting disease. Researchers are ...