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Black drongos introduced for pest control later threatened Guamโ€™s native birds

Source: Times of India
Category: Technology
Region: General
Published: August 18, 2026 at 06:25

๐Ÿ“ Summary

In 1935, the introduction of black drongos to Rota aimed to control agricultural pests. This effort led to the birds establishing their populations, eventually spreading to Guam. However, their aggressive behavior towards native bird species has contributed significantly to declines in local avian populations, highlighting the unforeseen consequences of introducing non-native species into ecosystems.

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