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The feral camel (Camelus dromedarius)

Invasive species fact sheet
Department of the Environment and Heritage, 2004

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About the fact sheet

Camels were imported to provide transport through inland Australia and they have since made it their domain. While they do not appear to be as destructive as other introduced herbivores, their increasing numbers may affect native vegetation, and they are also minor agricultural pests.

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