Bird Diversity Benefits Cacao Farmers in Northern Peru
Cacao farmers in northern Peru are experiencing a unique and unexpected benefit from their farms: The presence of birds. A recent study has found that the presence of birds on cacao farms is associated with higher yields. The study, conducted by researchers from the National University of San Marcos in Peru, looked at the relationship between the presence of birds and cacao yields in three different regions in northern Peru. The results showed that farms with more bird species had higher yields of cacao than those with fewer bird species. This could be due to several factors, including the birds’ role in pest control, pollination, and seed dispersal. The research team is now working to understand the exact mechanisms behind this correlation.
source: Phys.org