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National Recovery Plan for the Christmas Island Shrew Crocidura attenuata trichura
Action 4: Control abundance and spread oAction 4: Control abundance and spread of crazy ant (Obj. 3, 5 & 7; Perf. Crit. 3, 5 & 7).
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Action 4: Control abundance and spread of crazy ant (Obj. 3, 5 & 7; Perf. Crit. 3, 5 & 7).
In September 2002 an aerial baiting program was undertaken, with all known supercolonies treated with insecticide. Results so far indicate that the program was successful in controlling supercolonies over 2500 ha of Christmas Island. Crazy ants are still present in low densities on Christmas Island. PAN staff will continue to monitor any new supercolony formation and treat by hand baiting over the next few years.