10 - 20年来,青蛙可能会侵入西澳大利亚的皮尔巴拉,危及25个本地物种和土著传统。 Cane toads may invade Western Australia’s Pilbara in 10–20 years, endangering 25 native species and Indigenous traditions.

甘蔗蟾蜍预计将在 10 到 20 年内到达西澳大利亚的皮尔巴拉地区，威胁 25 种本地物种，并破坏与野生动物相关的土著文化习俗。 Cane toads are projected to reach Western Australia’s Pilbara region within 10 to 20 years, threatening 25 native species and disrupting Indigenous cultural practices tied to wildlife. 科廷大学的一项研究警告,在三十年内, 青蛙可能会通过人工水源, 将该地区75%的面积殖民化。 A Curtin University study warns the toads could colonize up to 75% of the area in three decades, spreading via artificial water sources. 如果没有干预,入侵可能增加养护费用,并对采矿业实行更严格的规章。 Without intervention, the invasion may increase conservation costs and impose stricter regulations on the mining industry. 研究人员敦促尽早采取行动,包括改善水基础设施和建立一个150公里的封闭区,以防止生态和文化损害。 Researchers urge early action, including upgrading water infrastructure and creating a 150km containment zone, to prevent ecological and cultural harm.