Where have all the birds gone

Swiss ornithologists are alarmed: They have noticed a dramatic decline in bird populations in recent years. Since 2000 the number of skylarks in Switzerland has fallen by a third. Experts say it's a consequence of a general decline in biodiversity. (SRF/swissinfo.ch)

This content was published on August 9, 2018 - 11:00

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