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Colombian tree frog found by Sheffield florist highlights invasive species threat

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A tiny tree frog hitchhiking in a bunch of roses to Sheffield from Colombia inspired a study into invasive species reaching the UK ’s shores.

The UK is very vulnerable to pests and diseases arriving through the horticulture trade.

Scientists believe it is only a matter of time before the devastating pest Xylella fastidiosa , which has decimated olive groves across Europe , arrives in a pot of lavender or rosemary.

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informal

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English

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57

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