Non-native land vertebrates

Author:

Stone, Charles P.

Title:

Non-native land vertebrates

Periodical:

Conservation Biology in Hawaii

Year:

1989

Pages:

88-95

Subject:

Alien species Hooved mammals Introduced birds Introduced species Invasive vertebrates

Summary:

Hawaii has no native amphibians or land reptiles, and only one land mammal (the Hawaiian hoary bat), 6 species of native non-marine fishes, and 57 species of native land birds. Introduced species include pigs, cattle, goats, sheep, horses, rats, mongoose, etc. They destroy native plants, bird habitat, and watersheds. Introduced species management requires long-term commitment of funds and personnel.

Collection:

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