Kestrels, Other Urban Birds Are Stressed by Human Activity

Friday, May 10, 2013 - 17:00 in Biology & Nature

A new study from scientists at Boise State University shows that even species considered "tolerant" of human activity may be adversely impacted by human disturbance; Kestrels nesting in close proximity to roads and developed areas had elevated stress hormones and high rates of nest abandonment.

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