Week of March 23, 2009
Updated 3/26/09 -------------------------------------------------------- Birds in Freefall Living on Earth - http://www.loe.org/ A new large-scale report finds roughly a quarter of all American bird species, in a variety of habitats, are in decline. But there are a few bright spots that point to potential for a turnaround. Living on Earth’s Jeff Young went visit Conn Island in the Potomac River and has our story... ...YOUNG: So what's the role of exotic invasives and bird populations? MEHLMAN: Exotics or invasive species are one of the top threats to biodiversity of all kinds worldwide including birds. Non-native plants come in and can totally alter habitat type so it's unsuitable for use by birds and other wildlife. YOUNG: The report shows invasive species, habitat loss and fragmentation, pesticides and disease all taking a tremendous toll on birds... See the full story at Link -------------------------------------------------------- Wilmington, Delaware CBP outruns invasive b...