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Grassland Destruction on Canadian Prairies Threatens Bird Populations, Report Warns

  • A report reveals that grassland habitat loss on Canada's prairies has caused a 67% decline in bird populations since 1970, with some species like the chestnut-collared longspur down 95%.
  • Grassland destruction is driven by cropland expansion, urban growth, and climate change, endangering many species.
  • The report emphasizes urgent conservation actions to reverse the decline and protect biodiversity.