Droppings from birds and bats reveal 87 rice pests in their diets, study finds

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Researchers analyzed the feces of birds and bats to identify what they eat in rice-growing areas. The analysis uncovered 87 distinct species of rice pests within the animals' diets. The findings highlight how these natural predators contribute to controlling crop-damaging insects. The approach offers a non-invasive way to monitor which pests are being consumed in agricultural fields.

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