Birds play a vital role in maintaining the health and balance of ecosystems worldwide. As both predators and prey, they regulate populations of insects, rodents, and other animals, preventing outbreaks that could damage vegetation and spread disease.
In addition to their role in population control, birds are important seed dispersers. They carry seeds from one place to another, helping to propagate plant species and maintain genetic diversity. Some birds, such as hummingbirds and bees, are also important pollinators, facilitating the reproduction of flowering plants.