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Take Down Birdfeeders: Mysterious Illness Killing Songbirds In Connecticut, Massachusetts Take Down Birdfeeders: Mysterious Illness Killing Songbirds In Connecticut, Massachusetts
Take Down Birdfeeders: Mysterious Illness Killing Songbirds In Connecticut, Massachusetts Wildlife officials in New England and along the East Coast are warning residents to take down their bird feeders due to a mysterious illness that has killed hundreds of birds. According to Connecticut and Massachusetts wildlife officials, the vast majority of birds affected include fledgling common grackles, blue jays, European starlings, and American robins, other species of songbirds have been reported as well.  Although the disease has not been confirmed in the region to date, officials have issued the warning as a precautionary effort. "No definitive cause of illness or death has …

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Unusual Illness Killing Large Number Of Birds In Eastern US Unusual Illness Killing Large Number Of Birds In Eastern US
Unusual Illness Killing Large Number Of Birds In Eastern US A mysterious illness has been sickening songbirds in the eastern United States since May of this year, and researchers are working to discover the cause.  The illness was first discovered in Washington, DC, and hundreds of cases in nine Midwestern and Eastern states have been reported since. Science Magazine reported that researchers have found that certain species of bird, such as blue jays and American robins, seem to be more susceptible to being infected. Young birds also may be more susceptible.  The birds experience lethargy and become blinded by crusty patches that gro…

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by Nicole Valinote