I'm A Celebrity Chaos as Thousands of Deadly Amphibians Infiltrate Camp
A mass removal of poisonous cane toads was carried out before the start of I'm A Celebrity to protect contestants and local wildlife. Environmental specialists eliminated around 38,000 toxic toads from the filming area in Murwillumbah, New South Wales.
Health Risks of Cane Toads
The brown cane toads release a harmful milky white toxin from glands behind their eyes when threatened. This toxin can cause nausea, vomiting, and even hospitalization if it comes into contact with the mouth or eyes of contestants.
“The celebrities are always given a strict talk about what wildlife to avoid when they are in the camp but it is quite easy to brush past one of these toads and get slime on your hands or people might think they are cute frogs and try to stroke them.”
The toxin is also dangerous to birds, dogs, and cats, posing a significant environmental concern.
Impact and Population Growth
Cane toads pose a growing problem in Australia due to their prolific breeding, with populations reaching 200 million nationwide. Their presence near the filming location has led to heightened caution.
Introducing the Campmates
- Comedienne Ruby Wax
- Reality star Jack Osbourne
- Model and actress Kelly Brook
The show is set to launch on Sunday, November 16, amid ongoing efforts to control the toxic amphibians in the area.
Author's summary: A large-scale removal of 38,000 toxic cane toads was necessary at the filming site of I'm A Celebrity to safeguard contestants and local wildlife from their harmful toxins.