History of the Cane Toad
The Cane Toad (Bufo Marinus) was introduced into Queensland in 1935 from Hawaii to combat the Frenchii and Greyback beetle which were destroying the sugarcane crop industry. It has since hopped all over Queensland and is now entering neighboring states. Since these toads are not indigenous to Australia there are no natural predators.
The Cane Toad is presently considered a major pest and threatens native wildlife and its' environment. All efforts are now being made for the toads' eradication.
The skin of the Cane Toad is strong and durable enough to manufacture excellent quality leather goods.
Chinese medicine manufacturers have been using the toad toxins for centuries in the treatment of Cardio Vascular Diseases and Cancer remedies. It is highly likely that the Cane Toad will one day be farmed in Queensland in high volume for the production of therapeutic medicine for all of mankind. Cosmetics have also been developed using these toads.
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