Little Corellas Terrorize Kangaroo Island School with Droppings, Damage Crops

Little corellas have taken over Kangaroo Island in South Australia, covering a local school in bird droppings and destroying crops and infrastructure across the island. The birds are not native to the area.

Parents and residents say children are at risk of disease from corella droppings splashing across playground equipment and school lunch areas. Local resident Shane Cater has been battling destruction and droppings from the birds on his property.

"It's not a good image with the sight of everything covered in poo," one resident said. "Also, it won't be a good image if disease breaks out."

Despite health concerns, the education department has refused to consider culling the birds. However, officials are exploring thermal imaging and night-time shooting programs as potential control methods.

The corella invasion highlights the challenges island communities face when non-native species establish themselves and multiply rapidly in new environments.