Cane Toad Invasion: Impact on Python Hunters

What did the narrator initially think was causing the noise?

• Snakes

• Birds

• Cane toads

• Insects

Where are cane toads originally from?

• Australia

• Central and South America

• Africa

• Europe

What type of venom do cane toads release?

• Neurotoxic

• Myotoxic

• Hemotoxic

• Cytotoxic

Why were cane toads introduced to Australia?

• To control the population of snakes

• To increase biodiversity

• To serve as pets

• To help stop the destruction of crops by the cane beetle

What has been the result of the cane toad population explosion in Australia?

• Wiping out of local reptile species

• Reduction in insect populations

• Increased crop yields

• Improved soil quality

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What is Justin's reaction to the cane toads?

• He is fascinated by them

• He is squeamish around them

• He ignores them

• He tries to catch them

What is the only known method to stop the spread of cane toads?

• Building barriers

• Physically removing them and humanely euthanizing them

• Introducing natural predators

• Using pesticides

What other types of wildlife are notably absent in the area due to the presence of cane toads?

• Fish

• Ground-dwelling insects and spiders

• Mammals

• Birds

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What is the narrator's attitude towards the cane toads?

• He finds them fascinating

• He wants to protect them

• He is indifferent to them

• He hates them

What is the narrator's nickname for someone who can handle toads?

• Toad whisperer

• Toad expert

• Toad handler

• Toad master