• @zalgotext@sh.itjust.works
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    31 year ago

    Why is it that birds in particular are so sensitive to aerial pollutants (is that the right term)?

    They have a higher rate of respiratory exchange than large mammals like humans, which means any harmful stuff in the air gets into their system faster.

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      31 year ago

      Interesting! Thanks for letting me know.