Environment Alert: Thousands of seabirds starved to death in the Bering Sea — and scientists see evidence of climate change

In a new study, researchers estimate that between 3,150 and 8,500 puffins likely perished during the episode that began in 2016, probably from starvation – one of a growing number of seabird die-offs in recent years that scientists write "are indicators of a changing world, and particularly of climate change."

Democracy Dies in Darkness     Environment Alert May 29, 2:08 PM     Thousands of seabirds starved to death in the Bering Sea — and scientists see evidence of climate change In a new study, researchers estimate that between 3,150 and 8,500 puffins likely perished during the episode that began in 2016, probably from starvation – one of a growing number of seabird die-offs in recent years that scientists write "are indicators of a changing world, and particularly of climate change." Read more » Advertisement You received this email because you signed up for news alerts from The Washington Post. Manage my newsletters and alerts | Unsubscribe Privacy Policy | Help ©2019 The Washington Post, 1301 K St NW, Washington DC 20071