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Conservationists Boost White-Bellied Heron Population in Bhutan

2/21/2025

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In a heartening conservation effort, Japanese experts in Bhutan are hand-rearing the critically endangered white-bellied heron, boosting the captive population to five. With fewer than 45 remaining in the wild, their ambitious plan aims to create 16 breeding pairs by 2028 and release 50 herons by 2050, igniting hope for this majestic species.

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In a heartening conservation effort, Japanese experts in Bhutan are hand-rearing the critically endangered white-bellied heron, boosting the captive population to five. With fewer than 45 remaining in the wild, their ambitious plan aims to create 16 breeding pairs by 2028 and release 50 herons by 2050, igniting hope for this majestic species.