The H5N1 strain of avian influenza is spreading among many raptors and wild birds, including the national bird.
Tag: Birds
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A Portrait of South Georgia: Abundance, Exploitation, Recovery
A series of ecological initiatives, including the eradication of several invasive species, has dramatically revived the life and landscape of this remote sub-Antarctic island.
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‘Snarge’ Happens and Studying It Makes Your Plane Trip Safer
When a bird collides with an airplane, determining its species can help prevent future collisions. To do that, scientists need snarge.
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Birds That Build Nests With Domes May Be Doomed
A nest with a roof may provide some birds with more protection. But bird species that build simpler nests may be more adaptable to changing conditions.
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How Nature Becomes a Casualty of War
Research on past conflicts suggests that the war in Ukraine could have a profound environmental impact.