Oct 7, 2006

New data on old news High Mercury Levels in the Wild

New research shows that fish, birds and mammals in New England have significant amounts of mercury in their bodies. The reports find the toxic metal in some unexpected places -- such as rare birds that live on high mountaintops. The findings suggest that power plants in the Midwest are a major source of mercury for the Northeast...[more] This article requires the ability to listen to the report. (via GLRPPR)