Sap-sucking bugs to be sent out to Queensland farms to attack coral cactus
by Australian Associated Press from on (#18KCB)
Cochineal insect bred specifically to target the destructive cactus infesting grazing lands in parts of western Queensland
Tiny sap-sucking bugs are being unleashed to fight a destructive cactus infesting parts of western Queensland.
The cochineal insect was bred in Queensland specifically to target coral cactus, which is wreaking havoc on graziers' properties. The bug feeds only on the cactus by sucking its sap.
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