Everyone knows that lions can be found in Africa, buffalo in North America, kangaroos in Australia, and so on. They are native to these territories, and are common sights. This list, however, sets out to destroy some misconceptions: a few well-known animals are found in places you wouldn�t have expected to see them.
These animals are more than just escaped pets; they�re thriving, growing into ever-expanding colonies. Next time someone swears they saw a foreign creature hop across the road at night, don�t be so quick to discount them. They may be right!
10. Camels in Australia
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Traditionally found in Africa and parts of Asia, Australia has a feral camel population of 1 million. The colony reproduces at an incredible rate, doubling in size every 9 years. The camels were introduced in 1822 by Conrad Multe-Brun, who needed the hearty creatures to explore the desolate Australian deserts. Since their introduction, the creatures have become a major pest, eating leafy greens and destroying infrastructure in their search for water. In some instances, camels have been known to charge into houses to drink from the toilet. Hunters are therefore encouraged to kill the animals � but the large colony is still expanding.
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