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Chernobyl's legacy of radioactive animals
Did you know that the radiation affected animals as far away as Sweden?
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The Chernobyl disaster occurred on April 26, 1986, resulting in the evacuation of the city of Pripyat, although the animals continued to reside in the region. After more than 35 years, certain species have flourished, while others have faced significant consequences, and even new species have been introduced. But how did these animals respond to radiation exposure? What were the effects of living in and around the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone?
Click on to learn more about the animals that call Chernobyl their home.
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