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Landfill foraging may have long-term health consequences for white storks

Landfill foraging may have long-term health consequences for white storks
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Research indicates that white storks foraging in landfills face a trade-off between consistent food access and negative health impacts. The study highlights increased stress levels and potential DNA damage in populations that rely on human waste for sustenance.

Ongoing research into the impact of landfill foraging on white stork populations has revealed interesting preliminary results that suggest a trade-off between year-round reliable food availability and increased risks from stress and DNA damage. These... [4350 chars]

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