seabirds
Coverage of seabirds in the Nexus archive.
- A marine heat wave caused seabird deaths off California. El Nino could worsen the die-off
A marine heat wave off California's coast has caused widespread seabird deaths, with species like California brown pelicans starving due to disrupted food sources. Scientists warn that the recently formed El Nino could exacerbate the die-off, as ocean temperatures remain at historic highs.
- CSI Cats: How Experts ID The Animal Culprits Killing Hawaiʻi’s Seabirds
Experts are identifying felines as culprits in the killing of Hawaiʻi’s seabirds, with cat lovers often doubting these findings despite evidence. A mass slaughter on Kaua‘i highlights the issue, as every predator leaves traceable evidence.
- Bycatch has ‘shocking’ toll on British marine life, first-ever analysis reveals
A first-ever analysis reveals that thousands of protected marine species, including whales, dolphins, seals, and seabirds, are being killed annually in the UK due to bycatch from fishing vessels. Conservationists highlight the 'shocking' toll of accidental capture and death caused by fishing tackle.
- Ed Miliband's puffin 'killing fields': How the world's largest wind farm off the coast of North Berwick will massacre thousands of seabirds
The article discusses the world's largest wind farm off the coast of North Berwick, Scotland, which is criticized for its potential to harm thousands of seabirds, including puffins. Ed Miliband, a UK political figure, is associated with the project, which has sparked environmental concerns.