The worst affected are marine mammals. More than 20,000 sea lions and a handful of dolphins have died in Chile and Peru due to the infection. There have been reports of deaths of seals on the east and west coasts of the US.
Right now these gorgeous birds are trying to eat enough to sustain themselves for a trip back to the Arctic soon so it s vital to make sure people or dogs don t disturb them
Massive die-off of elephant seals in Argentina due to avian influenza is latest indication that this dangerous virus poses an existential threat to global wildlife.
On the 2nd of October 2023, an enchanting avian spectacle unfolded in the skies of Eastern Finland as over half a million Barnacle Geese (Valkoposkihanhia) initiated their principal migration, heralding the approach of the harsh Nordic winter.
The spectacle, while mesmerizing, was delayed by persistent headwinds and rainfall which inhibited their journey for a longer period than usual.
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