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Australian birds are building nests in spring using grass, twigs, and increasingly human litter. A 2023 global study found that nests of 176 bird species contained trash such as cigarette butts, plastic bags, and fishing nets. These materials can choke, poison, or entangle chicks, posing serious health risks. The study highlights the growing problem of urban waste in avian nesting sites.

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