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European Starling Sturnus vulgaris
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European Starling Sturnus vulgaris By: Sidra Fatima and Sara Tariq
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European Starling Sturnus vulgaris . By: Sidra Fatima and Sara Tariq . Distribution . First introduced to North America + found in US and Europe When: 1890 Why: To introduce all birds mentioned in the works of Shakespeare. . Effects on People. Destroys human ecosystems (homes) - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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European Starling Sturnus vulgaris
By: Sidra Fatima and Sara Tariq
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Distribution • First introduced to North America + found in US and
Europe • When: 1890• Why: To introduce all birds mentioned in the works
of Shakespeare.
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Effects on People
• Destroys human ecosystems (homes) • People eat these birds as food • Carry disease
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Effects on Ecosystem
• Destroys crops• Competes with native species • Destroys ecosystems
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Food Web
• Sun
Grass
Bugs (centipedes, slugs, etc.)
European Starling
Snake
Human
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Reasons for Success
• Eats dangerous bugs• Eats seeds and bugs to keep areas sanitary.
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Issues for Future
• Conflict- Competes with native species & destroys crops
• Trade-offs: 1. Chance of becoming extinct 2. Many dangerous insects
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