What was responsible, in part, for the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, which was passed in 1918?

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The Migratory Bird Treaty Act of 1918 was passed in part due to fashion trends that required bird feathers, which led to the overhunting and decline of many bird species. This legislation was aimed at protecting birds from being hunted to extinction for their feathers, which were highly valued in the fashion industry at the time.

What Was Responsible, in Part, for the Migratory Bird Treaty