Feathers to Survival: Unravelling the Effects of Oil Spill on Aquatic Birds

Abstract

Ocean oil spills present serious environmental, economic and ecological issues on a global scale. The main causes of oil contamination in oceans are human activities including offshore drilling, shipping and industrial emissions. Unintentional releases of crude oil or refined petroleum products destroy marine species, their habitats and coastal ecosystems, which results in immediate and long-lasting implications on biodiversity, water quality and human health. Oil spills have profound and wide-ranging effects on aquatic birds, including physical contamination and their habitats. Understanding and mitigating the effects of oil spills on aquatic birds are crucial for their conservation and the preservation of affected ecosystems. There are several methods mentioned by researchers for cleaning up oil spills in the ocean. Enhanced research and response tactics are vital to mitigate harm and support the revival of oil-affected avian populations.