DEEPWATER HORIZON Deepwater... - Global Petroleum Society

The effects of oil spills on seabirds Oil spills have devastating effects on seabirds, both immediate and long-term. When oil coats the feathers of sea birds, it compromises their waterproofing, causing them to lose insulation and buoyancy, and making them more susceptible to hypothermia. Birds often ingest the toxic oil while trying to preen and clean themselves, leading to internal damage, organ failure, and death. Oil spills can also contaminate nesting sites, eggs, and food sources, further