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If you have never seen birds employing ants for pest control duties, you need to take a look at this fascinating clip. At first glance, it looks like a great example of a symbiotic relationship and ...

Ever notice how a quiet yard suddenly comes alive when birds drop by? Their visits bring color, music, and a surprising bonus: natural pest control. Birds are more than just pretty visitors. They help ...

This is the first time scientists have assigned a monetary value to the pest-control benefits rainforest birds can provide to agriculture. Their study could provide the framework for pest management ...

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A pest control worker has been defended by a Government department after he was accused of killing wild birds during a feral chicken cull. The Ministry of Home Affairs said the worker followed the ...

In addition to being a nuisance, pest birds like pigeons, house sparrows and starlings can cause serious health risks, making them particularly troubling at long-term healthcare facilities. In fact, ...