Penguins Help to Map Antarctica’s Growing Mercury Threat

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February 12, 2025, 11:45 AM

Scientists have found that penguins can be used to map mercury contamination in Antarctica. The birds accumulate mercury in their feathers, which can then be used to track the movement of the toxic metal through the food web. This information could help to protect penguins and other wildlife from the harmful effects of mercury.

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