Birdwatch Note Rating
2024-11-21 12:12:08 UTC - HELPFUL
Rated by Participant: 9D4AB458539B5A860FE17F976D6F723BB40E91E14806BF756912A4F8A49A82A2
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Original Note:
Do not do this! Removing rocks from streams harms the local ecosystem by eliminating hiding spots for prey animals, which can lead to overpredation and disrupt the balance of the ecosystem. Resist the urge to move rocks like this! https://www.nps.gov/articles/000/idkt_rivers.htm#:~:text=Impacts%20to%20River%20Organisms&text=The%20rocks%20help%20to%20improve,of%20shelter%20for%20these%20species.
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