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flag 8.3 million Australians at risk of annual red fire ant stings, costing $114m in medical expenses; invasive species threatens wildlife and industries, up to $2bn annually.

flag 8.3 million Australians could face painful stings from red fire ants annually, costing over $114 million in medical expenses, according to the National Fire Ant Eradication Council. flag The invasive species could endanger amphibians, reptiles, birds, mammals, and pose risks to the beef and crops industries, potentially costing up to $2 billion annually. flag The council warns that Australia's climate is ideal for fire ants and that if left untreated, they could inhabit most of the country.

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