Armyworms are wreaking havoc in southern Africa. Why it's a big deal: The Fall Armyworm has a devastating impact because it eats the reproductive parts of the plant as well as its leaves. ShutterstockA combination of native African armyworms and Fall armyworms from the Americas are ravaging staple crops across southern Africa. If uncontrolled, they have the potential to cause … [Read more...] about Armyworms are wreaking havoc in southern Africa. Why it’s a big deal | The Conversation
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Freshwater crayfish: the forgotten invaders wreaking havoc across Africa | The Conversation
The freshwater crayfish ‘Procambarus clarkii’ has caused untold problems in some of Africa's freshwater sources. ShutterstockWhen invasive species are discussed, most people think of plants, birds and perhaps a few mammals. But Africa has become home to another, less well known kind of invader: freshwater crayfish. One species has already caused enormous problems in … [Read more...] about Freshwater crayfish: the forgotten invaders wreaking havoc across Africa | The Conversation
