Which of the following do researchers think is a primary factor in the decrease of North American bird populations?(1 point)

Responses

Decreased hunting of predator species

Changes in farming practices such as draining wetlands and pesticide use

Recreational hunting of bird species such as waterfowl

A decrease in conservation efforts

1 answer

Researchers think that a primary factor in the decrease of North American bird populations is changes in farming practices such as draining wetlands and pesticide use. This has a significant impact on bird habitats and food sources, leading to declines in various bird species.