Bermuda’s decision in 1957 to import the great kiskadees from Trinidad aimed at tackling invasive lizards turned problematic. These adaptable birds began to consume a variety of native species and encouraged the growth of invasive plants. Moreover, their predation interfered with fish populations critical for mosquito control. Today, scientists are alarmed by the potential extinction of the Bermuda cicada, illustrating the unforeseen repercussions of such ecological measures.
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