A native bird as a predator for the invasive apple snail, a novel rice field invader in Europe
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DOI: 10.1002/aqc.2917
Abstract: 4. The results indicate the importance of the apple snail in the diet of this native bird. In particular, isotopic results indicated that apple snails and freshwater coleopterans were the main prey in the diet… read more here.
Keywords: bird predator; apple snail; native bird; apple ... See more keywords
What factors increase the vulnerability of native birds to the impacts of alien birds?
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DOI: 10.1111/ecog.05000
Abstract: Biodiversity impacts caused by alien species can be severe, including those caused by alien birds. In order to protect native birds, we aimed to identify factors that influence their vulnerability to the impacts of alien… read more here.
Keywords: alien birds; native bird; impacts alien; vulnerability ... See more keywords
Effects of Urbanization on Native Bird Species in Three Southwestern US Cities
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DOI: 10.3389/fevo.2019.00071
Abstract: Urbanization presents novel challenges to native species by altering both the biotic and abiotic environments. The rapid pace of declines in species diversity and ecosystem services makes generalizations imperative. Studies have attempted to make generalizations… read more here.
Keywords: native bird; urbanization; urban avian; species pools ... See more keywords