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New research confirms old theory: Wolves really do prefer old and sick moose

New research confirms old theory: Wolves really do prefer old and sick moose

Michigan Tech scientists found Isle Royale wolves show a definite preference for old moose and those with osteoarthritis. Researchers say it helps in keeping moose populations healthy on the big Lake Superior island.
by Forum News Service

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Study finds patterns of chemical exposure in MN children

Study finds patterns of chemical exposure in MN children

While concerning, the levels found were lower or similar to the U.S. average in kids. Finding that a child has been exposed to a chemical doesn’t necessarily mean that their health will be adversely affected, a state health official said.
by Elizabeth Shockman

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To fight climate change, and now Russia, too, Zurich turns off natural gas

To fight climate change, and now Russia, too, Zurich turns off natural gas

Zurich, Switzerland, is shutting down the gas supply to some neighborhoods. Originally aimed at fighting climate change and saving money, it's also a step to cut gas imports from Russia.
by Daniel Charles

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Avian influenza deaths in wild birds raise concern about changing virus

Avian influenza deaths in wild birds raise concern about changing virus

Waterfowl carry the avian influenza virus across the country as they migrate, leading to outbreaks in domestic poultry flocks. But this year, the virus is killing more wild birds than past outbreaks. Scientists are trying to understand what that means for the future of this virus.
by Dan Gunderson

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U expert: Stop backyard bird feeding while avian flu spreads

U expert: Stop backyard bird feeding while avian flu spreads

Minnesotans should hold off feeding their backyard birds for awhile and should also take steps to sanitize their feeders to help protect birds as avian flu circulates across the state, the head of the University of Minnesota Raptor Center tells MPR News.
by Lorna Benson

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Bald eagles around the U.S. are contracting the bird flu

Bald eagles around the U.S. are contracting the bird flu

At least three bald eagles who contracted bird flu are dead. The Raptor Center at the University of Minnesota says it has been taking in one to three birds of different species a day, with many severely ill and suffering from seizures.
by Rina Torchinsky

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