Rising lake levels in Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania threaten flamingo habitat due to decreased food source linked to climate change.
New research from King's College London warns that rising lake levels in Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania threaten the habitat of Africa's iconic flamingos. Satellite data analysis over two decades identified a decrease in the birds' primary food source, which is linked to climate change. The study calls for coordinated conservation action across international borders, improved monitoring, and more sustainable land management surrounding the crucial flamingo lakes.
April 12, 2024
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