Endangered California condor dies from common, human-caused illness

Lead poisoning has claimed the life of another California condor after emergency treatment at the Oakland Zoo was unsuccessful, officials said.

“We have some heartbreaking news. Condor (574), affectionately known as Nomad, passed away yesterday afternoon from severe lead poisoning,” Ventana Wildlife Society posted Tuesday on Instagram.

Nomad was taken to the Oakland Zoo in critical condition earlier this month to remove lead from his system…

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