Did you know that nutrient inputs from canine waste 🐶 can affect the ecological balance ♻️ of semi-natural areas near cities?

Increased nutrients can lead to a reduction 📉 in plant species richness, #biodiversity and #ecosystem health.

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https://ec.europa.eu/environment/integration/research/newsalert/pdf/582na4_en-nutrient-fertilization-by-dogs-in-peri-urban-ecosystems-v2.pdf

🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/SfEP/status/1550470343332167683