Plastic Pollution Reaches Swiss Alpine Wildlife

Groundbreaking study reveals one-third of swift nests in Europe contain plastic waste, highlighting unprecedented environmental challenges for airborne species.

Key Takeaways

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Alpine swifts can stay airborne for up to 8 months without interruption
36.5% of swift nests contain plastic waste across Europe
Pallid swifts show highest plastic contamination at 85% of nests

By The Numbers

487

Number of swift nests analyzed

7

Number of countries involved in the study

36.5%

Percentage of nests containing plastic

They Said

"Alpine swifts can stay in the air for eight months without interruption, black swifts for ten months"
— Livio Rey

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Alarming Plastic Pollution Discovery in Swiss Alps

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Research Findings and Methodology

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Impact on Different Swift Species

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Environmental Implications

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Future Conservation Challenges

Sources & References

A third of swift nests in Europe contain plastic

SWI swissinfo.ch

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