Western Pennsylvania experiencing same bird declines being seen nationwide

Mary Ann Thomas
Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019 4:26 p.m. | Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019 4:26 p.m.

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The white-breasted nuthatch, once common in the Alle-Kiski Valley, is experiencing declining populations.

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A bird flies the skies above Greensburg on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2019 in Westmoreland County.

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A vacant birdhouse is seen on Saturday at Bushy Run Battlefield in Penn Township,, Sept. 21, 2019 in Westmoreland County.

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