What was one negative impact that the invasive Brown Tree Snake had on the island of Guam? a

It willingly shared space with native snakes.

b

It hunted most of the native birds to extinction

c

It had no impact on Guam's ecosystem.

d

It provided food for locals on the island

When the brown tree snake (Boiga irregularis) was accidentally introduced to Guam it caused the local extinction of most of the island's native bird and lizard species. It also caused "cascading" ecological effects by removing native pollinators, causing the subsequent decline of native plant species.

Species: Boiga irregularis

Guam: culepla; kulebla

English: brown catsnake; brown treesnake

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