BRI News Archive A feature article that compiles the scientific
evidence for why bird conservation is so critical to humanity.
BRI's Adirondack Loon Study is quoted under the section "Winged
Sentinels." Still endangered in Maine, the species is recovering
from devastating effects of DDT in the 1960s. By North Cairn BRI
research is featured in the March issue of Discover Magazine.
Scientists are only beginning to understand the impacts of
mercury contamination on birds, fish, and other wildlife
populations. But what they are finding is alarming — even low
levels can cause harm, and chronic exposure has unexpected and
troubling effects. by Rebecca Kessler David Evers speaks to
Steve Curwood, host of NPR's Living on Earth, about BRI's new
report that describes hotspots of unsafe mercury levels around
the world. Negotiators Seek to Finalize Mercury Treaty As Groups
Warn About Cost of Inaction By: International Environment
Reporter Mercury poisoning is a growing global menace we have to
address Progressive Radio N