A recent study assessed waterfowl in the northeast Atlantic Flyway, revealing the presence of hazardous contaminants like PCBs, organochlorine pesticides, and PFAS in all sampled birds. Conducted by researchers from Cornell and other agencies, it encompassed over 100 birds across multiple states. The study suggests current consumption advisories may be necessary, highlighting that certain species, such as Canada geese, exhibit lower contaminant levels compared to others like mallards. Concern was raised regarding potential cancer risks associated with consuming these birds, emphasizing the implications for wildlife populations and human health.
Researchers tested five species of waterfowl in the northeast Atlantic Flyway, finding contaminants that can affect both bird health and human consumers.
The study, published Jan. 15, found PCBs, OCPs, and PFAS in all samples of more than 100 waterfowl across four states.
Consumption advisories recommend limiting waterfowl meals, but species vary in contaminant levels which could pose different health risks.
Senior author Krysten Schuler highlighted concerns about the impact of contaminants on wildlife and the implications for human consumption.
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