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Many of the birds Audubon painted are now extinct, and…

“Many of the birds Audubon painted are now extinct, and still we go on killing them, more or less casually, with our pesticides and wires and machinery.” quote by John Burnside
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“Many of the birds Audubon painted are now extinct, and still we go on killing them, more or less casually, with our pesticides and wires and machinery.”

John Burnside

About This Quote

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Human activity continues to cause bird extinctions despite awareness of past losses.

In simple terms: We keep killing birds casually.

Key Takeaway

Reduce harmful practices now.

Themes

environment conservation human impact wildlife responsibility

Mood

concerned urgent

Type

environmental activist

When to use this quote

  • policy advocacy
  • habitat restoration
  • public education
  • bird-friendly technology

Key Concepts

extinction anthropogenic threats ecosystem balance

Questions to Reflect On

  • What daily actions can you change to protect birds?
  • How can policy enforce safer practices?
A Different Perspective

Efforts may be insufficient without systemic change.

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