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In the News
Black Vultures’ Northward Expansion Create Conflicts With Farmers
July 27, 2023In recent decades, Black Vultures have expanded from the South into the Midwest, north along the Appalachian Mountains, and up the East Coast into Canada. Along their path, they have caused conflicts with farmers, targeting their calves and animals. Local residents have also felt the effects as Black Vultures are known to pull caulk from windows, shingles from roofs, and windshield wipers from cars, as well as occasionally collide with aircraft.
European Corvids Are Using “Anti-Bird Spikes” to Make Their Nests
July 26, 2023A new study has found that Carrion Crows and Eurasian Magpies are using anti-bird spikes as nest building materials. Lead study author and biologist Auke-Florian Hiemstra noted that other studies have revealed that corvids can demonstrate a smart ability to recognize the function and use of different materials. However, researchers are not yet convinced this is safe for the birds, since human-made materials in bird nests can injure other birds and wildlife.
Plane Catches Fire from a Bird Strike
April 28, 2023An American Airlines flight was recently struck by birds after takeoff, causing engine failure and fire. Thankfully however, the plane was able to safely return to the Columbus International Airport. Bird strikes have become a growing concern, with increased populations of large birds and their inability to hear quieter engines. Deterrents like flares can keep birds away from runways.
The Adverse Consequences of Feeding Waterfowl
February 17, 2023Feeding waterfowl like Canada geese can lead to a multitude of negative outcomes like altering their natural migration patterns, increasing the amount of fecal matter on walkways, and encouraging new habitats, ultimately creating a nuisance for neighbors. This practice can also attract rodents that feed on the leftover food uneaten by waterfowl.
Bird Migration Maps
January 18, 2023
Bears Test Positive for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza
January 7, 2023Three grizzly bears in the state of Montana have tested positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). The bears were in poor condition and subsequently euthanized. The bears, which are the first documented cases of HPAI in grizzlies, likely acquired the virus from consuming infected birds.
COP15 Conference Addresses the Global Biodiversity Crisis
December 7, 2022
Offshore Wind Lease Sale
December 6, 2022The first offshore wind lease sale on the North American West Coast is taking place today, signifying a landmark for commercial-scale renewable energy development. Working closely with Department of the Interior, the National Audubon Society will help to ensure that the wind projects are of minimal risk to birds in the ecosystem.
Electrical Fire Caused by Birds
November 22, 2022
Bird Strikes Military Plane
November 21, 2022
Avian Influenza Outbreak
November 16, 2022
Bird Flu in Pets and Other Animals
November 1, 2022While bird flu mainly affects domestic poultry and migratory water birds, it can be transmitted to other mammals like cats and dogs and even to humans through consumption or prolonged exposure to infected animals. If contact with infected or possibly infected animals occurs, monitor your health and call your local health department if symptoms develop.
Lights Out for Migratory Birds
August 27, 2022As part of a campaign to protect birds, Chicago residents that live in taller buildings have been asked to turn off their lights or draw their blinds at night during this migration season. Lights can disrupt birds’ migratory routes and cause them to repeatedly circle buildings, leading to exhaustion.
Electrocuted Birds Can Cause Wildfires
June 29, 2022
Negative Impacts of Light Pollution for Birds
May 13, 2022
Canada Geese Make ISU Their Home
May 13, 2022
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Cases Detected
April 26, 2022
Deterring Migratory Canada Geese
August 17, 2021Migratory Canada geese are often year long residents of North Riverside’s Commons Park. Birds that are fed by park visitors have difficulty digesting the food given to them, leading to health issues. To tackle this problem, the team at Wild Goose Chase works with dogs to discourage flocks from landing at the park.
