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flag Australian regulators haven't banned rodenticides harming native predators, despite evidence of widespread ecological damage.

flag In 2015, Australian wildlife conservationist Rob Davis began investigating concerns raised by a U.S. PhD student about common rodenticides sold in Australian stores, which were linked to rising deaths in native owls and other predators due to secondary poisoning. flag Despite mounting scientific evidence showing these anticoagulant poisons persist in the food chain and harm non-target species, Australian regulators have not imposed a full ban as of 2026. flag Instead, they have implemented limited restrictions, such as restricted sales and warning labels, while allowing the chemicals to remain widely available. flag Environmental groups continue to urge stronger action to protect vulnerable wildlife, highlighting an ongoing conflict between pest control needs and conservation goals.

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