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Eastern sarus crane re-introduction

Discussion in 'Wildlife & Nature Conservation' started by vogelcommando, 15 Sep 2019.

  1. vogelcommando

    vogelcommando Well-Known Member 10+ year member

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    2011 the first 10 captive-bred Eastern sarus cranes were re-introduced in Thailand and in the meantime the counted stands at 115 :) :

    Thai cranes make comeback
     
    vogelcommando, 15 Sep 2019
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    vogelcommando Well-Known Member 10+ year member

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    Kifaru Bwana Well-Known Member 15+ year member

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    The zoo at Nakhon Ratchasima operates a captive-breeding center for eastern saris cranes. From this program the ZPOT has released these birds into Buri Ram Forest.
     
    Kifaru Bwana, 9 Jun 2021
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