Lead Poisoning from Ammunition, Fishing Gear Continues to Harm Bald Eagles

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Bald eagle populations in Pennsylvania and the United States have rebounded over the years, but some are still dying from lead poisoning. WPSU’s Anne Danahy spoke with a certified wildlife rehabilitator about the lead in ammunition and its unintended impact.

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(Original air-date: 2/14/23)

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Anne Danahy is a reporter at WPSU. She was a reporter for nearly 12 years at the Centre Daily Times in State College, Pennsylvania, where she earned a number of awards for her coverage of issues including the impact of natural gas development on communities.