Forest birds struggle to survive in expanding oil palm landscapes.
Palm oil farming is expanding, affecting forest wildlife. Researchers studied nocturnal birds in oil palm areas to see if forest species can survive there. They found that more palm trees and being closer to a river can help nocturnal birds, but being far from forests can harm them. Forest birds struggle to live in oil palm areas, showing these landscapes are not ideal for them. Maintaining certain plant structures and reducing human-made structures like roads can help some birds, but overall, forest birds may not thrive in these environments.