Mouse plague affects farmers across large areas of Australia
Farmers in Australia are reporting a significant increase in mouse populations, with some estimating thousands of mice per hectare. The rodents are damaging crops and entering homes. Last year's record-breaking harvest is believed to have contributed to the population surge.
A mouse plague is affecting farmers across large areas of Australia. Farmers report thousands of mice per hectare, destroying crops and invading homes. According to one report, last year's record-breaking harvest provided an abundance of food, contributing to the rise in mouse numbers.
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