The ban was triggered by evidence that the chemical caused cancer and threatened wildlife, specifically thinning the eggshells of birds like the bald eagle. 🌍 The Stockholm Convention
It accumulates in the fatty tissues of animals. As predators eat prey, the concentration of DDT increases (biomagnification), leading to toxic levels in top-tier predators and humans.
The restrictions exist because of the chemical’s "persistence" and "bioaccumulation."