Mynah Birds Nest in Traffic Lights, Keelung City Government Discusses Countermeasures
Mynah birds have built nests in traffic lights near Qixian Bridge in Keelung City. The Animal Protection Office stated that the operating temperature of the traffic lights aids chick growth. They suggest removing the nests after the chicks fledge, provided it doesn't affect traffic light operation or safety. The city government will invite experts next week to discuss solutions.
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(Central News Agency reporter Wang Chao-yu, Keelung, 17th) Mynah birds have recently been observed nesting in traffic lights near Qixian Bridge in Keelung City. The Animal Protection Office stated today that the operating temperature of the signals helps the growth of chicks. On the premise of not affecting signal operation and traffic safety, it is recommended to clear the nests after the chicks leave. Experts will be invited next week to discuss countermeasures.
Many drivers recently passing by Qixian Bridge on Junxian Road in Qidu District, encountering a red light, occasionally look up to an unexpected surprise: the top of the traffic light has been taken as a new home by birds, and they even witnessed mynah birds flying back and forth, carrying twigs in their mouths, busy building nests.
Chen Bo-ting, director of the Keelung City Animal Protection and Health Inspection Office, stated today that mynah birds and other cavity-nesting birds build nests on signal lights. Now is the breeding season for mynah birds. In addition to the topographical advantage of nesting on signal lights, the slight warmth generated when the signal lights operate also helps with egg incubation and chick growth.
Chen Bo-ting pointed out that if a bird's nest affects the operation of signal lights or traffic safety, relevant units will be asked to assist in its removal. If bird eggs or chicks are found in the nest during the process, they will be handed over to the Animal Protection Office for placement. On the premise of not affecting signal operation and traffic safety, it is recommended that the public try not to disturb them during the breeding season. After the chicks are fully fledged and leave naturally, traffic units will send personnel to clear the abandoned nests.
Chen Bo-ting stated that next week, ornithological experts will be invited to give a lecture at the city hall, and relevant units such as traffic will be invited to jointly discuss solutions for the mynah bird's habitat habits. At this stage, citizens are urged to view this urban natural landscape with a normal attitude and avoid excessive proximity or expulsion.
According to the introduction on the Agricultural Knowledge Portal, common mynahs inhabit plains and hills with open bare land and short grasslands, such as urban parks, campuses, parking lots, and roadsides. They are extremely adaptable to human environments and are not afraid to be active around humans. (Editor: Hsieh Ya-chu) 1150417
(Central News Agency reporter Wang Chao-yu, Keelung, 17th) Mynah birds have recently been observed nesting in traffic lights near Qixian Bridge in Keelung City. The Animal Protection Office stated today that the operating temperature of the signals helps the growth of chicks. On the premise of not affecting signal operation and traffic safety, it is recommended to clear the nests after the chicks leave. Experts will be invited next week to discuss countermeasures.
Many drivers recently passing by Qixian Bridge on Junxian Road in Qidu District, encountering a red light, occasionally look up to an unexpected surprise: the top of the traffic light has been taken as a new home by birds, and they even witnessed mynah birds flying back and forth, carrying twigs in their mouths, busy building nests.
Chen Bo-ting, director of the Keelung City Animal Protection and Health Inspection Office, stated today that mynah birds and other cavity-nesting birds build nests on signal lights. Now is the breeding season for mynah birds. In addition to the topographical advantage of nesting on signal lights, the slight warmth generated when the signal lights operate also helps with egg incubation and chick growth.
Chen Bo-ting pointed out that if a bird's nest affects the operation of signal lights or traffic safety, relevant units will be asked to assist in its removal. If bird eggs or chicks are found in the nest during the process, they will be handed over to the Animal Protection Office for placement. On the premise of not affecting signal operation and traffic safety, it is recommended that the public try not to disturb them during the breeding season. After the chicks are fully fledged and leave naturally, traffic units will send personnel to clear the abandoned nests.
Chen Bo-ting stated that next week, ornithological experts will be invited to give a lecture at the city hall, and relevant units such as traffic will be invited to jointly discuss solutions for the mynah bird's habitat habits. At this stage, citizens are urged to view this urban natural landscape with a normal attitude and avoid excessive proximity or expulsion.
According to the introduction on the Agricultural Knowledge Portal, common mynahs inhabit plains and hills with open bare land and short grasslands, such as urban parks, campuses, parking lots, and roadsides. They are extremely adaptable to human environments and are not afraid to be active around humans. (Editor: Hsieh Ya-chu) 1150417
FAQ
What is happening with the traffic lights near Qixian Bridge in Keelung City?
Mynah birds have built nests in the traffic lights and are raising their chicks there.
How does the temperature of the traffic lights affect the chicks?
The slight warmth generated when the traffic lights operate helps with egg incubation and chick growth.
What action is the Keelung City Animal Protection Office recommending?
They recommend removing the nests after the chicks fledge, provided it does not affect traffic light operation or safety.