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Q: Why were prickly pears introduced to Australia?
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Who introduced the prickly pear to Australia?

No. the prickly pear is not native to Australia. It is an introduced species, and a noxious pest.


What is the desert prickly pears genus?

Opuntia is the genus of prickly pears and cholla.


Do prickly pears have predators?

No, only animals can have predators. However there are animals that do eat prickly pears (including humans).


Are there cacti in the Great Victoria Desert?

Cacti are strictly plants of the Americas. However, cacti, especially prickly pears, have been introduced into a number of deserts around the world and they have become a noxious invasive species.Cacti are strictly plants of the Americas. However, cacti, especially prickly pears, have been introduced into a number of deserts around the world and they have become a noxious invasive species.


Where can prickly pears be found Australia?

Almost everywhere. The prickly pear is considered a noxious pest in Australia, as it is not native, and it grows and spreads rapidly. It is most common anywhere in the outback, but it can readily be found on rural properties close to urban areas.


Where do prickly pears grow?

temprete sone


Why do prickly pears stay alive?

roots


Is a prickly pear cactus a carnivore?

Prickly pears are plants, therefore are neither carnivores or herbivores.


What is Bolivia's plant life?

cacti and prickly pears


What conditions do prickly pears grow in?

Prickly Pear is of the Genus Opuntia, which is a cactus = hot, dry and arid


What do prickly pears look like?

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Where can you get prickly pears on horse isle 2?

You can find Prickly Pears on Yellow, Golden, Arid, Amber, and Desert Isles by picking Prickly Pear Cactus.Try checking out "Esroh Legends" for Horse Isle 2 help. They have solutions there. Hope this helps!