This leaves
local seabirds — which are threatened due to pollution and diminished coastal fish populations — and the already - endangered island fox.
The home and nesting place for tens of thousands of
local seabirds and a favorite snorkling spot.
In 2015 Schwindt went on a research trip to the Shetland Islands, where she talked to a birdwatcher who monitored
the local seabird population for oil contamination.
Not exact matches
The resulting data is used to compare relative abundance of
seabirds over time — to help us understand populations within the sanctuary and their possible impacts on
local ecosystems and as a barometer for other changes in the environment.
Local adaptation of an ectoparasite Ixodes uriae to its
seabird host.
In addition,
local chapters of the Audubon Society occasionally sponsor boats trips around the islands to view
seabirds.
Taking just one hour, experience dolphins up close and at play, observe a variety of
seabirds at work, cruise Nepean Bay and meet the
local marine wildlife in their natural environment.
Upon request, Artisans of Leisure can arrange additional activities such as playing golf, biking through the vineyards, visiting a colony of gannet
seabirds, a tour of the Cape Kidnappers sheep and cattle ranch, fly fishing on
local streams and visiting a kiwi habitat in search of New Zealand's famous flightless birds.
Go kayaking or stand up paddle boarding — you're bound to see some of the
local wildlife, whether it's a turtle coming up for air or one of the
seabirds gliding overhead.
In some cases, global warming as a consequence of the build - up of carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere because of fossil fuel burning has altered the water chemistry and
local climate and food supplies for
seabird colonies.