Are we loving Lake Bellvista to death? There is a evidence that the residents of Bellvista just love their lake too much. In fact, if current practices continue, the lake could become an environmental disaster being heavily polluted and over populated by birds. The numbers of birds living on the lake are driving it to extinction. One island used for nesting is already overcrowded causing other birds to nest on, and in turn, overcrowd other islands. What can we as residents of Bellvista do to help? It is easy!
Stop feeding the local wildlife at the lake! Birds and other wildlife are attracted to the lake by the bountiful supply of food, some of which is supplied by residents. If residents stop feeding the birds, not as many birds will come to the lake and it won't become overcrowded. Overcrowding of the lake will inevitably lead to pollution problems. Signage will be erected shortly to fully inform all lake visitors on appropriate behaviour to maintain this glorious spot.
We all need to be vigilant and ensure the wildlife at the lake can survive comfortably. Broken fishing lines left by unthinking anglers are a major cause of death to birds when ingested.
