Baby birds and eggs are on the menu for at least 94 species of animals in Australia’s forests and woodlands, according to new research from The University of Queensland.
Baby birds and eggs are on the menu for at least 94 species of animals in Australia’s forests and woodlands, according to new research from The University of Queensland.
PhD candidate Graham Fulton reviewed 177 existing bird studies across the country, identifying Australia’s most prolific nest predators and the factors affecting nest attacks.
“Predators attacking bird nests – known as nest predation – is the leading cause of nesting failure,” Mr Fulton said.
“Predators are always looking for their next meal and now we know who Australia’s common culprits are.
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Image: Grown willie wagtail nestlings. (Credit: Graham Fulton)
