Examines how the Small Indian Mongoose is an invasive species that has spread beyond their natural habitat causing the extinction of three species. Describes how this species native to the Middle East and Southeast Asia preys on birds and kittens in island nations such as Hawaii and Jamaica. Explains that the species was introduced by sugarcane plantation owners looking for a way to ride their land of rats, but that the plan did not work because rats are active at night and Small Indian mongooses hunt during the day. Also discusses attempted solutions to the problem.