Naturalized parrots of the world : distribution, ecology, and impacts of the world's most colorful colonizers / edited by Stephen Pruett-Jones.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Pruett-Jones, Stephen, editor.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Parrots--Colonization--Case studies.

Parrots.

Introduced birds--Case studies.

Introduced birds.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (305 pages) : illustrations

Place of Publication:

Princeton, New Jersey : Princeton University Press, [2021]

Summary:

A remarkable exploration of naturalized parrots, among the most widely distributed birds in the worldThere are more than 350 species of parrots in the world, and approximately 300 of these species have been transported to other countries through the caged pet trade. Whether through escaped captivity or purposeful release, many of these parrots are now breeding in new habitats. Indeed, no less than 75 species of parrots have established breeding populations in countries where they were introduced, and parrots are now among the most widely distributed group of birds. Naturalized Parrots of the World is the first book to examine this specific avian population.Bringing together the work of leading researchers in one convenient volume, this book explores the biology of naturalized parrots and their interactions with native ecosystems. Experts discuss the global distribution of parrots, their genetics, conservation implications, and human responses to these birds. They also consider debates surrounding management issues and the lack of consensus around nonnative species in the wild. Later chapters feature case studies of the two most successful species-the rose-ringed parakeet and monk parakeet-as well as studies of the introduced parrot species located in specific countries and regions, including the United States, United Kingdom, Spain, Portugal, northern Europe, South Africa, and Australia.Highlighting critical aspects of conservation biology and biodiversity, Naturalized Parrots of the World will be an invaluable resource for parrot owners, ornithologists, conservation biologists, and birdwatchers.

Contents:

Cover

Title Page

Copyright Page

CONTENTS

Preface

Contributors

Part I. Background and Ecology

1. The World Parrot Trade

2. The Distribution of Naturalized Parrot Populations

3. Parrots and People: Human Dimensions of Naturalized Parrots

4. Genetics of Invasive Parrot Populations

5. Naturalized Parrots: Conservation and Research Opportunities

6. The Ecological Impacts of Introduced Parrots

7. Decision-Making Models and Management of the Monk Parakeet

8. Management of Human-Parrot Conflicts: The South American Experience

9. Are Naturalized Parrots Priority Invasive Species?

Part II. Case Studies

10. Global Invasion Success of the Rose-ringed Parakeet

11. Monk Parakeets as a Globally Naturalized Species

12. Introduced and Naturalized Parrots in the Contiguous United States

13. Status of Naturalized Parrots in the Hawaiian Islands

14. Introduced and Naturalized Parrots in Europe

15. The Fate of Multistage Parrot Invasions in Spain and Portugal

16. Naturalized Parrots in the United Kingdom

17. Introduced and Naturalized Parrots of South Africa: Colonization and the Wildlife Trade

18. Australia's Urban Cavity Nesters and Introduced Parrots: Patterns, Processes, and Impacts

19. The Future for Naturalized Parrots

Index.

Notes:

Description based on print version record.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

9780691220710

0691220719

OCLC:

1202730449