横跨四个州的研究发现,偷猎是鹰鹰和鹰的主要死亡原因。 Poaching is a major cause of death for eagles and hawks, study across four states finds.

研究人员发现偷猎是鹰鹰和鹰群死亡的一个主要原因,这与先前的信仰相反。 Researchers have found that poaching is a major cause of death for eagles and hawks, contrary to earlier beliefs. 在横跨爱达荷州、俄勒冈州、怀俄明州和犹他州的一项研究中,91具新鲜鸟类尸体中有53具显示有被射杀的迹象。 In a study across Idaho, Oregon, Wyoming, and Utah, 53 out of 91 fresh bird carcasses showed signs of being shot. 虽然电力公司有保护鸟类免遭电刑的方案,但研究显示偷猎者是一个重大威胁。 While power companies have programs to protect birds from electrocution, the study indicates poachers as a significant threat. 在俄勒冈州,对举报导致逮捕的偷猎事件给予500美元的奖励。 In Oregon, a $500 reward is offered for reporting poaching incidents leading to arrests.