Beak deformities affecting Alaskan birds, puzzling scientists

Mon, April 21, 2008 
Posted in Alaska News

A syndrome affecting Alaskan birds is being seen with more frequency in the northwestern U.S. Birds with “long-billed syndrome” have misshapen and overgrown beaks. It’s been a problem in Alaska for more than a decade and scientists are asking for help noticing cases.

Libby Casey, KUAC - Fairbanks

 
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