Summary
Puffins in Scotland are having trouble finding food due to Storm Chandra, leading many to be washed up on beaches. Conservationists say extreme weather caused by climate change and other factors makes it hard for puffins to survive. Local people are finding and trying to help these vulnerable birds, while wildlife experts recommend consulting organizations like the SSPCA for guidance.
Key Facts
- Puffins are struggling to survive due to strong winds from Storm Chandra, making it hard for them to find food.
- Many puffins have washed up on beaches in Scotland, far from their usual wintering areas in the North Atlantic.
- Local residents are rescuing puffins, but experts urge them to contact wildlife organizations like the Scottish SPCA for help.
- Puffins are listed as vulnerable on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) red list of threatened species.
- Changes in ocean conditions, disease, and unsustainable fishing practices also threaten puffins' food supply.
- Conservationists report that harsh weather conditions strain wildlife, including puffins, who need calmer conditions to forage.
- A local wildlife rescue center noted finding and caring for waterlogged puffins, helping them recover for release.
