Nest predation

Nest predation refers to the act of predators, like snakes, certain birds, or mammals, attacking or destroying the nests of other animals to eat the eggs or hatchlings inside. This behavior can significantly impact the reproductive success of the nesting species, influencing their population dynamics. Animals often develop strategies to protect their nests, such as building hidden or fortified nests, but predation remains a common and natural part of many ecosystems. Understanding nest predation helps ecologists learn how different species survive and interact within their environments.