Rabbit calicivirus: Update on a new biological control for pest rabbits in Australia

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" Rabbit calicivirus: Update on a new biological control for pest rabbits in Australia "
O'Brien, Peter; Thomas, Sandra

Document Type	:	AL
Record Number	:	943250
Doc. No	:	LA34x6k541
Language of Document	:	English
Main Entry	:	O'Brien, Peter; Thomas, Sandra
Title & Author	:	Rabbit calicivirus: Update on a new biological control for pest rabbits in Australia [Article]\ O'Brien, Peter; Thomas, Sandra
Title of Periodical	:	Proceedings of the Vertebrate Pest Conference
Volume/ Issue Number	:	18
Date	:	1998
Abstract	:	Rabbit calicivirus disease (RCD), also known as rabbit haemorrhagic disease, is being used to control wild rabbits in Australia. Deliberate release of RCD followed extensive non-target animal and human testing and consideration of some 472 submissions. A national monitoring and surveillance program is in place to quantify the impact of RCD on rabbits, rabbit damage, predators, competitors, and ecosystems. Preliminary data suggest wide spatial variation in RCD impact, from no observable effect to >90% mortality and marked response in competitors and vegetation. This paper provides an overview of rabbit impact in Australia, details of the considerations and testing that preceded a decision to release, and results of impact studies to date.