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Indian Myna found in 117 Egyptian sites
The article discusses the spread of the Indian Myna bird in Egypt, focusing on its environmental impact on local biodiversity and native bird populations. The report explains that the bird, known as the "Common Myna" or "Indian Myna," first entered Egypt from the Sinai Peninsula around 1998 or 1999, according to different sources. It gradually spread across multiple areas such as the Delta, the Suez Canal, and North Sinai, with presence recorded in 117 locations by 2023. The Indian Myna is considered an invasive species because it reproduces rapidly, consumes a variety of food sources, and uses buildings and trees for nesting. This threatens ecological balance and displaces native birds. While its population has not directly affected humans, it poses a potential risk to biodiversity. As a result, the Ministry of Environment has been monitoring its spread, conducting patrols, removing nests, reducing food sources, and including it on the list of permitted birds for hunting to control its numbers. The ministry also encourages the public to avoid breeding or releasing it into the environment and invites citizens to report large congregations of these birds.
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