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Why airplanes are a threat to migratory birds of the Atlantic Ocean

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Every year, billions of birds migrate across the Atlantic Ocean. These migrations are important for the survival of birds because they allow them to find food and breeding grounds. However, airplanes pose a growing threat to these migrations. How airplanes threaten birds: Airplanes pose a number of threats to birds. One of the threats is collision. Birds can be struck by aircraft, which can kill or injure them. Another threat is noise. Aircraft noise can be deafening to birds and it can disrupt their ability to navigate and communicate. Finally, aircraft emissions can pollute air and water, which can harm birds and their food sources. What can be done to prevent bird deaths on airplanes? There are a number of things that can be done to prevent bird deaths on airplanes. One is to reduce the number of flights over areas where birds are known to migrate. Another is to change the flight path of airplanes so that they avoid bird migration sites. Finally, the technology can be used to detect...