Cane toads adapting to cold to expand range

Sally Gall
September 20 2016 - 2:15pm
Cane toads are limited in range by their genetics but are adapting to colder conditions.
Cane toads are limited in range by their genetics but are adapting to colder conditions.

A James Cook University scientist says slow adaptation to cold weather is delaying the spread of cane toads into southern states but it’s only a matter of time before they expand their reach.

Sally Gall

Sally Gall

Senior journalist - Queensland Country Life/North Queensland Register

Based at Blackall, CW Qld, where I've raised a family, run Merino sheep and beef cattle, and helped develop a region - its history, tourism, education and communications. Get in touch at 0427 575 955 if you've got a story idea for me.

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