💨 Abstract

Garders in the UK are urgent to monitor blackbirds due to a significant decline in their population caused by the mosquito-borne Usutu virus. The virus has reduced blackbird numbers by 40% in Greater London since 2020, raise concerns about other mosquito-transmitted diseases. Scientists have launched a national survey, asking households to record blackbird sightings and behaviours until September to understand the virus's impact.

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