Unexplainable Honey, we shrunk the birds
Oct 20, 2021
Join Benji Jones, a Vox writer passionate about environmental change, as he reveals a startling trend: birds are shrinking over time. Delve into how climate change impacts animal sizes and the potential implications for ecosystems. Explore the intricate behaviors of birds and envision a future where evolution adapts to a world without humans. With fascinating speculation on future creatures and ecosystems, this conversation challenges us to think critically about our role in shaping life on Earth.
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The Bird Watcher
- In 1978, David Willard investigated dead birds near McCormick Place in Chicago.
- This led to decades of research and a surprising discovery about shrinking bird sizes.
Shrinking Birds
- Scientists examined data collected over decades.
- They discovered various bird species are shrinking in size.
Significant Shrinkage
- Birds have shrunk significantly over 40 years.
- They lost 2.6% of their mass and 2.4% of leg length.