Educator Guide: Elusive Killer in Eagle Die-Offs ID’d

two bald eagles in a tree

The bald eagle was the bird that started the decades-long quest to find the cause of mysterious avian die-offs at lakes in the southeastern United States. Now researchers think they’ve got the long-sought killer.

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In this guide, students will learn about scientists’ quest to solve mysterious bird deaths, discuss how invasive species affect ecosystems and research an invasive species in their region.

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Science mystery solvers

Students will answer questions about the online Science News article “A toxin behind mysterious eagle die-offs may have finally been found,” which explores scientists’ quest to ID a suspect in mass bird deaths. A version of the story, “Elusive killer in eagle die-offs ID’d,” appears in the April 24, 2021 issue of Science News.

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