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Scientists shocked as birds soaked in “forever chemicals” still thrive

Tree swallows in polluted U.S. regions are accumulating high levels of “forever chemicals.” These durable pollutants, used in firefighting foams and consumer products, are found everywhere from soil to human blood. Surprisingly, researchers observed no significant impact on the birds’ reproduction, suggesting possible resilience in wild populations.

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