Australia is launching a huge $60 million project to fight feral cats, which are threatening many of the country’s unique animals. Here’s why this matters and how the money will be used:

Why Are Feral Cats a Problem?

Feral cats have been in Australia since 1788, and they’ve caused a lot of trouble. They’ve helped wipe out 27 species, including small native animals like rodents and marsupials. Today, they’re still a big threat to over 200 species. Each year, feral cats kill around 2.6 ...