Kenya’s "Birdman" goes viral with rescued birds — and sparks health concerns

France 24 tells the story of a Kenyan conservationist known as 'Birdman'—a former homeless man from Nairobi who's gone viral rescuing injured wild birds. The work transformed his life and drives his conservation mission. However, videos showing him eating from the same plate as his rescued birds have prompted health officials to warn about disease transmission between animals and humans. The Birdman disputes those concerns, insisting his birds are free to leave once they recover.

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