Research shows vineyard fungicides pose a threat to survival of wild birds

New research reveals that wild birds living in vineyards can be highly susceptible to contamination by triazole fungicides, more so than in other agricultural landscapes. Exposure to these fungicides at a field-realistic level were found to disrupt hormones and metabolism, which can impact bird reproduction and survival. The research will be presented at the SEB Centenary Conference 2023, taking place in Edinburgh, UK, from 4–7 July.