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submitted 8 months ago by to c/science_memes@mander.xyz
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[–] 18 points 8 months ago (3 children)

Yes, according to vets and avian specialists, they pose a significant danger for birds. Personally, i wouldn't risk it. Birds are very sensitive to polluted air, way more than humans are.

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  • [–] 17 points 8 months ago (2 children)

    Hence the idiom "canary in a coal mine" for early detection of a failure. Miners used to carry a caged bird with them to detect pockets of deadly gasses. If the canary suddenly drops dead, it's time to get the hell out.

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