Doha: The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MECC), through its Wildlife Development Department, has reported a sharp decline in mynah bird populations across Qatar due to an ongoing national control plan. In the last three months alone, over 10,000 mynahs have been captured, bringing the total count to 27,934 since the project's inception.
The initiative, which involves 434 cages placed across 27 locations, aims to preserve Qatar’s ecosystem by mitigating the negative effects of mynah birds, known for their aggressive behavior towards native species and harmful impact on biodiversity. Listed as one of the world’s most invasive birds by the IUCN, mynahs pose threats to agriculture and public health, potentially spreading diseases like bird flu and malaria.
The project, implemented in collaboration with Qatar Armed Forces Environment Directorate, Aspire Zone Foundation, Qatar University, and the Ministry of Municipality, has proven effective in reducing the invasive species' numbers, ensuring a more balanced ecosystem in Qatar.
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