The biocontrol species cactus moth (Cactoblastis cactorum) has not been able to eradicate the invasive prickly pear cactus from Australia because

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The cactus moth cannot eradicate the invasive prickly pear cactus from Australia because it is able to disperse to moth-free areas, allowing it to avoid being consumed by the cactus moth. While the other options (A, C, and D) may also be factors in the cactus moth's ability to control prickly pear cactus, they are not the primary reason why it has been unsuccessful in eradicating the plant.

The Biocontrol Species Cactus Moth (Cactoblastis Cactorum) Has Not Been