Raptors Survival Can Be Threatened By Ingesting Lead And Cadmium
Tuesday, July 22, 2008 - 20:35
in Earth & Climate
Environmental pollutants accumulate in birds of prey, and in some cases, these can cause death. A comparative study of raptors in Galicia and Extremadura undertaken by Spanish researchers has confirmed their exposure to two potentially toxic agents, lead (Pb) and cadmium (Cd). The data obtained can be used to detect the toxicological effects in terrestrial ecosystems.