In 1859, he requested 24 European wild and ... underscoring the critical role of genetics in invasive success. The story of Australia’s rabbits is a stark reminder of the unintended consequences ...

Scientists have battled the damaging feral pest for decades with world-leading efforts, but that is set to change.

Rabbits came to Australia on the first fleet in 1788, but spread prolifically after grazier Thomas Austin introduced them to south-west Victoria in 1859 for hunting. They quickly spread out of ...