island tameness

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Island tameness is a phenomenon where animals on isolated islands lose their fear of humans due to the absence of natural predators. This lack of wariness makes them particularly vulnerable to dangers from human activities and introduced predators, which can threaten their survival. This phenomenon is often observed in island birds and is a factor that can accelerate the extinction of many island species.

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