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In a stunning ecological experiment in South Australia, scientists cut off a wetland from the Murray River to eradicate invasive carp—then watched as crystal-clear water and thriving native wildlife returned. The stark contrast with the murky, degraded river nearby proves what’s possible when we act decisively against invasive species. While a carp herpes virus holds promise for future control, experts are pushing for immediate action—including state-led trials—to restore the Murray-Darling Basin before it’s too late. Teal Flat isn’t just a success story—it’s a blueprint for healing Australia’s waterways.

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