issg Database: Distribution Details for Felis catus

Felis catus (mammal)

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Details of this species in Cayman Islands
Status: Alien
Invasiveness: Invasive
Occurrence: Established
Source: Varnham 2006
Arrival Date: 16th or 17th century
Introduction:
Species Notes for this Location:
Large feral populations of cats are present on all three of the Cayman Islands.
Management Notes for this Location:
Exclusion fencing is planned to protect re-established populations of the critically endangered Cayman Island ground iguana (see Cyclura lewisi in IUCN Red List of Threatened Species).
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Last Modified: 24/07/2006 3:28:41 p.m.

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