It does not accumulate or build up in fish. Tebuthiuron and its formulations have not been tested for chronic effects in aquatic animals. The destruction of stream-side vegetation should be avoided as it may adversely affect the habitat of some aquatic animals. Tebuthiuron is slightly toxic to birds, and low in toxicity to mammals. It does not accumulate or build up in mammals.
Animals rapidly break down tebuthiuron.
Tebuthiuron and its break-down products are excreted in the urine. Tebuthiuron is not toxic to bees. Tebuthiuron and its formulations have not been tested for chronic toxicity in terrestrial animals. Tebuthiuron is not expected to be a hazard to endangered animals. The use of tebuthiuron on range and pastureland could be a hazard to endangered plants.