What are poison baits and why they are dangerous for vultures?

What are poison baits and why they are dangerous for vultures?
Poison baits are a widespread practice in many countries around the world, which are being used in order to resolve human-wildlife conflicts.
 
Far from being a sustainable solution, this practice is responsible for the drastic decline of vulture populations and even for their extinction in some countries, including the Balkan peninsula.
 
Learn more on this video produced by Vulture Conservation Foundation, where is emphasized that continued engagement from law enforcement authorities, as well as the use of anti-poison dog units are crucial for combating wildlife poisoning.
 
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