Kenya investigates deaths of 15 elephants in Amboseli National Park, with preliminary tests suggesting a toxic substance may be involved.
Scientists found endangered Carnaby's black cockatoos in Western Australia's Wheatbelt are consuming dangerous levels of agricultural pesticides from spilled grain. This contamination, including neurotoxic chemicals, is linked to a mysterious paralysis syndrome and prompts calls for stricter Australian pesticide regulations and improved grain handling practices.
A Murdoch University study found endangered Carnaby’s black cockatoos in Western Australia's Wheatbelt are regularly exposed to high levels of agricultural pesticides, with 80% of seed samples contaminated. The findings suggest a link to a mysterious paralysis syndrome in the birds and have prompted calls for a review of Australia's pesticide regulations.
