1 Do not bring any infected birds or animals on to your property. 2  The adult fleas may be controlled by smearing the infected parts of the birds with a non-burning greasy substance such as petroleum jelly (for example Vaseline).  Birds can also be treated with a 0.5 per cent solution of maldison.
Definition of impoverished. 1  1 : reduced to poverty : poor an impoverished family/community. 2  2 : exhausted of richness or fertility impoverished soils. 3  3 of a fauna or flora : represented by few species or individuals.
(noun) A form of poverty that is the same regardless of country or culture and occurs when the resources required for minimum physical health are lacking, typically defined by limited access to food, clothing, and shelter. Audio Pronunciation: (abÂ·soÂ·lute povÂ·erÂ·ty)