Consequences of feeding waterfowl in public parks
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It is traditional for people living in towns and cities to stroll through the public parks and feed the ducks and geese. It is widely believed that such activities are productive in that they offer nutrition to waterfowl, present entertainment for the family, and in today’s urbanizing society, provide an opportunity for people to interface with nature. However, supplemental feeding of wild waterfowl has several negative consequences that may not be readily apparent to the average citizen. These repercussions may impact not only the ducks and geese, but also the regional environment and public health.
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