Camden Haven residents are calling on others to join the war against the Indian Myna birds.
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The species is breeding at an alarming rate in the region and pose a real threat to native birds.
"It's important that people help eradicate this pest so that our native birds can survive for future generations to come," resident Linda Frakes said.
Linda has completed thorough research into the breeding patterns of the Indian Myna species.
"I was stunned by the figures," she said.
Indian Myna birds nest at least twice a year and produce at least five offspring from each nesting period.
"These birds are categorised as one of the worst invasive pests in the world," Linda said.
"Their prolific breeding rate, coupled with their instinct to eradicate all competition for food and nesting areas, are a massive threat to Aussie birds and small mammals."
Camvet veterinarian Gavin Rippon said the Indian Myna birds also lay their eggs in other unsuspecting birds' nests. They hatch after being cared for by another species.
Laurieton resident Peter Sinclair lives at George Street and has helped crack down on the growing population.
Peter has been trapping the Indian Myna birds for the past six months and believes he has caught close to 100.
He takes the birds to Camvet where Gavin humanely euthanizes them.
"There was a time where I would bring about seven or eight birds every week for about six weeks," Peter said.
Linda said it's important for more residents to help eradicate the pest across the Camden Haven.
"They just breed so fast," she said.
Peter said a lot of people might not be aware of the risk the species poses to native birds.
The birds also nest in roof cavities and spread lice.
Linda said the government is wary of initiating any campaigns against the species because they don't want people harming any native birds by accident.
"It's very unlikely this would ever happen," Linda said.
"The Indian Myna birds are very distinctive."
Linda said she hopes more people will come on board to help trap the pest, which she said is easy to do.
“Indian Mynas are attracted to anywhere they can get easy food; cat or dog food left outside, or chook yards, or compost heaps,” she said.
