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Sat 17 February 2024 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

An Ants World – A Look into the Secret Life of Ants

 

FREE community event.

 

A look into the life of ants – Ant ecology talk on native and invasive ants.

 

Cairns ant scientist Jules Seabright will present a talk on the ecology of ants – native and invasive species, along with samples for viewing under a microscope.

 

The Wet Tropics Management Authority will present a program update on the eradication of yellow crazy ants from the Wet Tropics World Heritage area and surrounds.

 

Biosecurity Queensland will present electric ants and provide a program update on the eradication of electric ants from the Cairns region.

 

The canine team will give a live demonstration of detecting yellow crazy ants through an odour detection dog.

 

This will be a fun and educational event with a pop quiz and prizes to test your new learnings.

 

All age groups are welcome.

 

When: Saturday 17 Feb

 

Time: 10 am – 1pm

 

Where: Kuranda Recreation Centre

 

FREE BBQ lunch & cold drinks provided.

 

Please contact us to reserve your seat through our Facebook event or by phoning Ciara 0474 560 700 or email coordinator@communitytaskforce.org.au

 

For more information visit Communtiy Taskforce website.

 

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Details

Date:
Sat 17 February 2024
Time:
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Event Category:
Website:
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Organiser

Yellow Crazy Ant Community Taskforce
Phone
+61 409 647 714
Email
coordinator@communitytaskforce.org.au
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Venue

Kuranda Recreational Centre
1 Fallon Rd
Kuranda, Queensland 4870 Australia
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