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#News: Flying foxes pollinate forests and spread seeds. They are threatened by #palmoil #deforestation in #NewGuinea, we should welcome them as seed dispersers whenever we see them - not fear them. #Boycottpalmoil #Boycott4Wildlife Story via @theconversationau https://theconversation.com/flying-foxes-pollinate-forests-and-spread-seeds-heres-how-we-can-make-peace-with-our-noisy-neighbours-215811
#News: Scientists have discovered two new species of poisonous #birds in #NewGuinea's rainforest. Genetic changes in these birds mean the Regent whistler Pachycephala schlegelii and Rufous-naped bellbird Aleadryas rufinucha now possess a powerful neurotoxin in their feathers. Help them to survive #Boycottpalmoil #Boycott4Wildlife #biodiversity https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2023/03/230331120619.htm
Researchers discover birds with neurotoxin-laden feathers
An expedition into the jungle of New Guinea has resulted in the discovery of two new species of poisonous birds. Genetic changes in these bird species have allowed them to carry a powerful neurotoxin.ScienceDaily