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New Jerseys bald eagle population experienced a decline this year, with 251 active nests recorded, down from a record 264 the previous year. This drop is linked to a severe avian flu outbreak that affected waterfowl, including snow geese and Canada geese, which eagles hunt. Out of 56 eagle deaths last year, 28 were caused by the virus, a 50% rate. Despite this, the state still has 298 territorial pairs. This setback follows years of recovery, with the population growing from just one nest in the early 1980s to over 200 in recent years. Monitoring continues through volunteers and biologists, emphasizing the need for ongoing protection to ensure the long-term survival of these birds.

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