Scientists have unlocked the DNA of the cane toad, a poisonous amphibian that is a threat to many native Australian species. A group of scientists from UNSW Sydney, the University of Sydney, Deakin ...

Cane toads are one of the world’s most polarizing amphibians. They have terrible reputations as an invasive species in many ...

Unlike many other species of amphibians, the cane toad is thriving. It was introduced to Australia (and other places, such as Hawaii) to get rid of pest insects in sugar cane plantations. It had no ...

Rick Shine receives funding from the Australian Research Council. Alice Russo and Peter White do not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would ...