"There is mounting research." Wildlife experts issue dire warning after disturbing discovery made in bird's nests: 'A plague ...

Plastic waste has let common coots reuse nests year after year. Scientists have now used the trash layers to date how old nests are.

As the birds nest on the ground their eggs are easily camouflaged among the shingle, meaning they can be trampled by dogs or chicks can be eaten or disturbed. "Even a good-natured, curious dog can ...