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European Starling Sturnus vulgaris

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)

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European Starling Sturnus vulgaris

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  1. European Starling Sturnus vulgaris By: Sidra Fatima and Sara Tariq

  2. Distribution • First introduced to North America + found in US and Europe • When: 1890 • Why: To introduce all birds mentioned in the works of Shakespeare.

  3. Effects on People • Destroys human ecosystems (homes) • People eat these birds as food • Carry disease

  4. Effects on Ecosystem • Destroys crops • Competes with native species • Destroys ecosystems

  5. Food Web • Sun Grass Human Bugs (centipedes, slugs, etc.) Snake European Starling

  6. Reasons for Success • Eats dangerous bugs • Eats seeds and bugs to keep areas sanitary.

  7. 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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