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  • How do July 4 celebrations affect wildlife?

    Jun 30, 2021 8:45 am by Diana YatesExpert Viewpoints
    Dr. Sam Sander’s research interests include all aspects of clinical zoo and wildlife medicine. Photo by L. Brian Stauffer

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    • Dr. Sam Sander’s research interests include all aspects of clinical zoo and wildlife medicine. Photo by L. Brian Stauffer

    'Fireworks can incite flight responses and disorientation in (birds)... In one documented example, birds flew so far out to sea that there was no possibility they would be able to make the return trip,' writes Professor Sam Sander.