NPR : Retelling the Tale of the Feather Trade

This story is a perfect example of popular culture changing unsustainable consumer habits.

NPR : Retelling the Tale of the Feather Trade: "An article in Audubon Magazine recalls the 19th century effort that ended the feather trade. Until a public outcry stopped the practice, thousands of birds across North America were slaughtered to provide decorations for women's hats."