The Australian continent is known for its diverse wildlife, but the casual foreigner would not expect camels to be part of the ecosystem. Alas, there are over 750,000 camels living in the outback, and it's causing quite a problem.
Camels were first introduced to Australia in the nineteenth century by British colonists to assist with transport and farm work, but with the development of vehicles, the camel fell into disuse and most were abandoned.
However, the camels thrived in the desert environment and cause damage to both the native wildlife and the ecosystem. The camels drink too much water, leaving barely any for the native plants and animals. The camels also pose a threat to farmers, since the camels damage irrigation pipes and eat the farmers' crops.
I think this is a classic example of the negative consequences of humans trying to change their environment. I believe the Australian government should do something about the problem before the camels cause further damage.
Los camellos se han convertido en una plaga en Australia | El Comercio Perú
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