Guam
An island in the Pacific Ocean that is a territory of the United States, home to the Guam Kingfisher.
What is it?
Guam is an island in the western Pacific Ocean. It is part of the Mariana Islands and is a territory of the United States. Guam has tropical forests, beaches, and coral reefs. The Guam Kingfisher lived in the forests of Guam until invasive species caused its extinction in the wild. Other animals on Guam include the Mariana fruit bat and the Guam rail.
Why it matters
Guam is important because it has unique plants and animals found nowhere else. The story of the Guam Kingfisher shows how invasive species can harm island ecosystems. Protecting Guam's remaining forests is important for conservation.
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