Lead ammunition: A lethal threat to vulture populations  - Vulture Conservation Foundation

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Lead ammunition: A lethal threat to vulture populations  - Vulture Conservation Foundation

Lead is a toxic metal that poses a serious risk to the environment and public health. While its dangers to humans are well known, its harmful effects on wildlife, especially scavengers like vultures, get less attention. Vultures are vital for ecosystems, as they clean up dead animals and help controlling disease spread. However, lead poisoning remains a serious threat to them due to the widespread use of lead ammunition in hunting.  The toxic le…