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How Cannibalistic Tadpoles Could Curb Invasive Cane Toads

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This chapter explores the novel strategy of using cannibalistic tadpoles to address the invasive cane toad problem in Australia. Researchers are harnessing CRISPR gene editing to create tadpoles that feed on their own eggs, offering a promising solution to this ecological crisis.

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