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) • People eat these birds as food • Carry disease

Effects on Ecosystem

• Destroys crops• Competes with native species • Destroys ecosystems

Food Web

• Sun

Grass

Bugs (centipedes, slugs, etc.)

European Starling

Snake

Human

Reasons for Success

• Eats dangerous bugs• Eats seeds and bugs to keep areas sanitary.

Issues for Future

• Conflict- Competes with native species & destroys crops

• Trade-offs: 1. Chance of becoming extinct 2. Many dangerous insects