Birds suspected to be poisoned fell out of sky in Australia

More than 60 birds have died after falling from the sky in a suspected case of poisoning in South Australia, rescuers say.

The animals were discovered near a sports ground in Adelaide on Tuesday and Wednesday.

At least 57 of the birds were long-billed Corellas, which is a protected species.

The deaths are being investigated by government departments.

Some of the birds were found in distress and taken to two veterinarians, but they were unable to be saved.

The state’s department for environment and water said the cause was not yet confirmed.