Ecologist Sidney Woodruff has studied the overwhelming presence of American bullfrogs in Yosemite National Park, which were introduced in the late 1800s and now threaten local wildlife. Her research indicates that near-total eradication of bullfrogs from specific habitats can significantly aid in the recovery of endangered species, namely the Northwestern pond turtle. The findings highlight both the ecological challenges posed by invasive species and potential solutions through intensive conservation efforts to restore balance in native ecosystems.
The massive American bullfrog, introduced in the 1800s, has proliferated outside its native range, critically threatening local wildlife and ecosystems.
Eradicating bullfrogs from invaded habitats can lead to remarkable recovery of native species such as the Northwestern pond turtle in Yosemite National Park.
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