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HIGHCOUNTRY NEWS - To protect eagles, hunters and conservationists rebuild old alliances
Evidence of the toxic effects of lead ammunition on wildlife spurs a search for common ground.
THE NEW YORK TIMES - After Mounting a Comeback, Eagles Face a New Threat
Study of hundreds of bald eagles and golden eagles show that nearly half of them had chronic lead poisoning.
CBS NEWS - How hunters can aid the California condor's comeback
While the reappearance of condors in our skies is certainly a success story, the endangered birds are still struggling. Researchers eventually learned why.
MY COUNTRY 95.5 - Hunters want to take the lead out of Wyoming Hunting
The a Wyoming based organization associated is trying to raise enough awareness to get people to think twice before using lead.
NATIONAL WILDLIFE FEDERATION - Gut Piles and Ground Meat
Debunking Copper vs. Lead with Sporting Lead-Free
GEAR JUNKIE - Eagle Poisoned to Death: A Hunter’s Call for Unleaded Ammo
Lead-based ammunition leaves behind residues in carcasses that are toxic to golden eagles and other species. Hunters can make a difference by choosing non-lead alternatives.
THE WILLIAMS LAKE TRIBUNE - Rescued bald eagle that came to life in 100 Mile man’s car had lead poisoning
A bald eagle rescued from the side of Highway 97 last week was suffering from lead poisoning.
THE MINER - Outdoors Briefs: Arizona Game and Fish Department asks hunters to use non-lead ammo to help save condors
Arizona hunters are being asked to help reduce lead exposure for endangered California condors by using free non-lead ammo.
RAVALLI REPUBLIC - From the Teller: Golden Eagles are impressive predators
Working on a wildlife refuge often provides a glimpse of how unforgiving nature is when it comes to predator-prey relationships.
PROJECT UPLAND - The Science Behind Lead Shot and the Effects on Upland Birds
If the topic of climate change affects people’s blood pressure, you can bet that the discussion of lead shot will do it, too.