5 Ways Humans Are Disrupting Animal Mating

Noise Pollution Disrupts Communication Urban noise forces birds and marine animals to adjust their calls, making it harder to attract mates.

Mammals Become More Nocturnal Human activity forces animals like brown bears to become nocturnal, separating males and females.

Introduced Species Hybridize with Locals Non-native species, like the ruddy duck, hybridize with endangered species, threatening their survival.

Chemical Pollution Affects Reproduction Pollutants like birth control residues cause fish to develop intersex traits, reducing fertility.

Rubbish Becomes a Mating Tool Satin bower birds use human waste to decorate nests and attract mates.