Human activity has facilitated the introduction of many exotic species via global trade. Asia-
Pacific countries comprise one of the most economically and trade-active regions in the …

Risk assessments are fundamental to invasive species management and are underpinned
by comprehensive characterization of invasive species impacts. Our understanding of the …

Invasive ants are amongst the most destructive and widespread invaders across the globe;
they can strongly alter invaded ecosystems and are responsible for the loss of native ant …

The annual invasion of Solenopsis invicta (Buren)(Hymenoptera: Formicidae) has caused
significant ecological damage. However, the use of a single type of prevention and control …

The management of invasive alien species (IAS) is complex and requires consideration of
intertwined ecological and economic dimensions. Given the wide variety of costing purposes …

As one of the 100 worst invasive alien species in the world, the red imported fire ant
(Solenopsis invicta Buren) is of great concern because of its impact on human health …

Background Rodents are among the most notorious invasive alien species worldwide.
These invaders have substantially impacted native ecosystems, food production and …

Solenopsis invicta Buren, also known as the red imported fire ant (RIFA), has had a very
negative effect on biological diversity, public safety, agriculture, and economics. Because of …

Pest control methods that can target pest species with limited environmental impacts are a
conservation and economic priority. Species‐specific pest control using RNA interference is …

The red imported fire ant (RIFA) is one of the most detrimental invasive species, threatening
native ecosystems, human health and economic activities worldwide. In the quarantine zone …