Issues of the Environment

Issues of the Environment: EMU study shows robins are good bioindicators for lead contamination in soil


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There is something rejuvenating by looking out the window and seeing the first robin of the year. For those taking a closer look, the robins are telling an important environmental story. A recent study out of Eastern Michigan University has found that robins can accurately predict areas with contaminated soil. How? WEMU's David Fair talked with one of the lead researchers, Dorothy Zahor, about her findings and its implications.
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Issues of the EnvironmentBy David Fair