Bird flu now threatens more than birds. Early detection in both birds and marine mammals remains crucial, and management must adapt as new evidence emerges.
- Associate Professor in Animal Behaviour, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau
New research shows common mynas sang fewer and less complex songs after a bad night’s sleep. Poor-quality song could affect a bird’s ability to reproduce and survive.
Sugar water feeding in cities helps native nectar-eating birds in winter, but it’s important to use the right feeders to avoid pathogens.
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