•		Powerlines have been shown to cause a decrease in breeding activity among certain species of birds.
•		Eagles may not nest around the high voltage lines and some studies have shown powerlines to cause brittleness in the shells of birds, resulting in decreased hatchlings.
•		There is concern revolving around an increased incidence of bird versus tower collisions due to the effect of electric and magnetic fields interfering with birds' internal navigation systems.
•		Power lines emit harmonics (buzzing sound) which may have an impact on the wildlife habitats of Eagles, Bears, Fox, Blue Herons and other animals.
•		The effect of the proposed construction along the river will result in damage to the river ecosystem. This will impact the spring Shad run, the American Eel, Spotted Salamanders, Wild Trout and Smallmouth Bass populations. This could result in thousands of dollars in tourism losses as fisherman travel elsewhere to fish. Damage to the river will result in a detriorating river trade including kayaking, tubing, canoeing, and other recreational activities.
•		Native wildlife that will be effected by the power lines include: American Bald Eagles, Turkey Vultures, Blue Herons, Wood Ducks, Smallmouth Bass, Spotted Salamanders, Wild Trout, Osprey, Pileated Woodpecker, Black Bear, Bog Copper butterflies, Wild Turkey, Otter, American Eel and other animals.