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A recent analysis reveals that 40% of UK seabird species are at risk, attributed to the combined impacts of bird flu, climate change, and overfishing. These factors are causing significant disruptions to seabird populations, with some species facing severe declines.
Key Insights:
Impact of Bird Flu on Seabirds: Bird flu has been identified as a major threat to seabird populations, causing high mortality rates and affecting breeding success. The virus spreads rapidly among colonies, exacerbating the decline in bird numbers.
Climate Change Effects on Marine Ecosystems: Climate change is altering marine ecosystems, impacting food availability for seabirds. Rising sea temperatures and changing weather patterns are affecting the distribution of fish stocks, which are crucial for seabird survival.
Overfishing and Its Consequences: Overfishing is depleting fish stocks that seabirds rely on for food. This not only affects seabird nutrition and breeding success but also leads to increased competition for dwindling resources.
