A forest area is being used for a new housing development. Most of the trees have been removed to make room for the new houses. Predict the impact that this will have on the birds in the area.

Question

Bird populations will decrease due to the increased competition for resources such as food and nesting sites.
Bird population will increase because humans will provide bird houses.
Bird populations will stay the same because birds can easily adapt to less nesting areas.
Bird populations will decrease because humans will hunt them.

Answer 1

Bird populations will decrease due to the loss of their natural habitat and nesting sites. Many bird species rely on specific types of trees for nesting, shelter, and food sources. With the forest area being cleared for housing development, birds will be forced to find new areas to live and may struggle to find suitable food sources. This could lead to a decrease in bird populations in the area.