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"Eat the Invaders" a new show hosted by Tony Armstrong is a six-part series, identifying the impacts that introduced species have wrought upon the Australian landscape and its ecosystems, which costs Australia over $20 billion annually, and threaten native wildlife.��

The show features scientific guidance every episode from our very own Director Professor , and Environment Institute member, .

“Feral mammals like rabbits, camels, and deer cause immense environmental and economic damage,” explains Professor Lowe. “Tackling this issue is critical for the health of our ecosystems.”

Professor Cassey adds, “Australia is home to approximately 3,000 invasive alien species, making it the number one environmental issue here. Through this series, we aim to spark meaningful conversations about managing these species in an accessible, engaging way.”

The episodes pairs science with creativity as chef Vince Trim and artist Kirsha Kaechele transform pests into haute cuisine, judged by familiar faces like Poh Ling Yeow and Dr. Karl Kruszelnicki.

“We wanted to mix serious science with humor and creativity,” says series writer and director Matthew Bate. “The input from Professors Phill and Andy ensured that Eat the Invaders is both educational and entertaining.”

The goal? To spark conversations about tackling Australia’s invasive species in an engaging and accessible way.

Eat the Invaders premieres January 7, 2025, on ABC TV and ABC iview. Don’t miss this bold and thought-provoking series! All six episodes are available for streaming now, click here to watch: