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What impact will an increase in mouse food have on the mouse and rabbit populations?
rabbit population will decrease while the mice population will increase
What did Australia do about the rabbit invasion?
Australia introduced the myxoma virus in the 1950s to control the rabbit population, leading to a significant reduction in their numbers. Additionally, the government implemented other measures such as rabbit-proof fencing and ongoing management programs to prevent further damage to agricultural lands and ecosystems.
Where did myxomatosis first start?
Myxomatosis first emerged in South America, specifically in Uruguay, in the 1890s. It was caused by the Myxoma virus, which was initially introduced to control the rabbit population. The disease later spread to other regions, including Europe and Australia, where it significantly impacted wild rabbit numbers.
What disease was introduced to control rabbits in the 1950's?
Myxomatosis (sometimes shortened to "myxi" or "myxo") is a disease which affects rabbits. It is caused by the Myxoma virus. First observed in Uruguay in the late 1800s. It was introduced illegally to Egypt in 1842 and as a result spread to the rest of Africa. It was deliberately introduced into Australia in 1950 in an attempt to control rabbit infestation and population there; see rabbits in Australia. It was also deliberately introduced in the UK to try and reduce the rabbit population after World War II.
What is the rabbit population in Australia?
The rabbit population in Australia is in the low thousands. Authorities in Australia are working to reduce this population as best they can.
How would you explain how natural selection affects the European rabbit exposed to the myxoma virus?
The rabbits with the traits to overcome the virus will live and be resistant to the virus. The rabbits who lack the traits needed to overcome the virus will die.
Jeff is conducting a science experiment with a 3 rabbit population every month the rabbit population doubles how many rabbits will he have after 5 months?
If Jeff is conducting a science experiment with a 3 rabbit population and the rabbit population doubles every month, Jeff will have 56 rabbits. That's a lot of rabbits.
What is the population name of rabbit?
Rabbits
What is this true or false A disease that wiped out the rabbit population in and environment would affect the coyote population in the same environment?
True. If a disease significantly reduced the rabbit population, it would also impact the coyote population in the same environment, as coyotes rely on rabbits as a food source. With fewer rabbits available, the coyote population would likely suffer from decreased food supply, potentially leading to a decline in their population as well.
What impact do ferrets have on New Zealands flora and fauna?
Ferrets are considered pests in New Zealand, because they were introduced in the wild to control the rabbit population. They predate on native wildlife
Are rabbits becoming endangered?
It is unlikely that wild rabbits would become endangered. They are prolific breeders and, despite the introduction of the disease, Myxomatosis, caused by the myxoma virus, I see little rabbit reduction in the farm fields surrounding my Lancashire village home.,
What is the population of rabbits?
There is no exact number of rabbits in the world. Rabbit populations vary depending on factors such as habitat, predation, and human impact. In general, rabbits are prolific breeders and can adapt well to different environments.
