A new scientific study, conducted in collaboration with the Libyan Society for Birds and the Alhaya Organization for the Protection of Wildlife and Marine Organisms, documents for the first time the breeding of the Common Myna (Acridotheres tristis) in Libya, one of the most widespread invasive bird species globally.

The study indicates that the species was first recorded in June 2024, and that subsequent field monitoring confirmed its establishment and the presence of verified nesting sites in several regions, including:
Amsaid – Tobruk – Benghazi – Tripoli.

These data highlight environmental concerns due to the invasive species’ ability to compete with native birds and impact local biodiversity, emphasizing the need to strengthen monitoring efforts and develop appropriate strategies to limit its spread.

For more details, you can review the study in the scientific publications section on this platform.