What sort of threat does wind energy pose to certain kinds of wildlife?

A. Flying creatures such as birds and bats are killed when they fly into wind turbine blades.
B. The towers can topple during storms.
C. Wires leading to the nacelle are often exposed, and this can shock creatures such as squirrels.
D. The force of the wind emitted can divert the flight path of birds


Answer: A. Flying creatures such as birds and bats are killed when they fly into wind turbine blades

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