Traffic noise makes birds age faster: Study
As only Zebra finches exposed to noise after leaving the nest had shorter telomeres, researchers suggest that the time between 18 and 120 days after hatching is a critical period during which birds are more affected by noise.
Aug 28, 2018, 14:15 PM IST
Birds become more vulnerable to predators due to traffic noise
The researchers tested how traffic noise affected the reactions of Black-capped Chickadees and Tufted Titmice to alarm calls, which warn birds that a predator is nearby.
Dec 28, 2016, 19:08 PM IST
