Impact of feral cats on wildlife
Cats are an introduced species in Australia
Cats are the primary contributor to the extinctions of mammals in Australia
Feral cats kill around 2 billion birds, frogs, mammals and reptiles each year
Feral cats cost the Australian economy 300 million dollars per year
Caught on camera: Feral cat with prey - a Brush-tailed Phascogale
source: Dept. of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions
Feral cats are the most destructive single species in Australia. Depending on prevailing environmental conditions, between 1.4 and 5.6 million feral cats are estimated to live in Australia. Their impact on our wildlife is devastating.
Feral cats are a declared pest in Western Australia
Controlling feral cats
Glovebox Guide for managing feral cats
Tackling Feral Cats and their Impact FAQ