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Georgianna Ritenour
Coverage of Georgianna Ritenour in the Nexus archive.
- Wildfire smoke poses serious health risks to birds, expert warns
Wildfire smoke is causing serious health risks for birds due to their unique respiratory systems, which make them inhale twice as many airborne particles as humans. Birds are exhibiting neurological symptoms, altered behavior, and disrupted migration patterns, with some seeking ground-level refuge to avoid smoke. Experts urge the public to report injured or abnormal birds to rehabilitation centers.