The brown tree snake, an introduced pest species in the central Pacific Islands
Endangered Species Technical Bulletin
By: Thomas H. Fritts and Gordon H. Rodda
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Abstract
The reproduction of endangered Mariana crows (Corvus kubaryi) is intensively monitored, nests are protected, and (when necessary) eggs or young are moved to the safety of lab conditions until they are less vulnerable to the threats in natural habitats. Barriers on tree trunks and judicious pruning of adjacent trees are used in attempts to exclude snakes from nest trees. Two birds unique to Guam--the Micronesian kingfisher (Halcyon cinnamomina cinnamomina) and Guam rail (Gallirallus owstoni)-- are maintained at captive propagation facilities on Guam and in mainland zoos. Studies of these and other species, in captivity and on nearby islands, are underway to bolster our biological understanding of their behavior, reproduction, habitat use, and population biology.
Suggested Citation
Fritts, T.H., Rodda, G.H., 1989, The brown tree snake, an introduced pest species in the central Pacific Islands: Endangered Species Technical Bulletin, v. 14, no. 7, p. 5-7.
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| Publication type | Article |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
| Title | The brown tree snake, an introduced pest species in the central Pacific Islands |
| Series title | Endangered Species Technical Bulletin |
| Volume | 14 |
| Issue | 7 |
| Year Published | 1989 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Endangered Species Program |
| Publisher location | Washington, D.C. |
| Description | 3 p. |
| Larger Work Type | Article |
| Larger Work Subtype | Journal Article |
| Larger Work Title | Endangered Species Technical Bulletin |
| First page | 5 |
| Last page | 7 |
| Country | Guam |