A small number of cane toads have been spotted in parts of the North West, North Coast, Sydney and South Coast regions.
The detection has prompted a call today from the NSW Government, for residents to report the unwanted pests.
The toads are believed to have been brought into the state from Queensland.
Minister for Agriculture Adam Marshall alarmed the issue today saying “cane toads are a serious biosecurity threat that can cause devastating impacts on communities, native wildlife, pets and ecosystems.”
“It’s believed these pests hitchhiked their way into NSW from Queensland through freight, green waste or loads of timber, as they are known to do.”
Residents are encouraged to report any suspected cane toads and not kill them as they could be a native frog.
They can be reported to NSW DPI Biosecurity through its helpline on 1800 680 244.
