Additional Research Underway (IMAGE) University at Buffalo Caption University at Buffalo researcher Steven Travis cracks an abandoned tern egg into a beaker. Though the new study published in Environment International focuses on common tern chicks, juveniles and adults, Travis and colleagues have begun work on a study examining the levels of pollutants in the eggs of common terns and other wild aquatic birds. Credit Credit: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki / University at Buffalo Usage Restrictions This image may only be used with news reports discussing the research outlined in the related press release. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.