Siberian Cranes, Flamingos and Great White Pelicans | 17 Oct 2024
Along with Siberian cranes and flamingos, Great white pelicans are increasingly avoiding Indian wetlands due to habitat destruction.
- These birds primarily live in Europe, West Asia, and parts of Africa, migrating to India for warmth during harsh winters.
| Species | About | Protection Status |
| Siberian cranes | This species is mostly found in East Asia, with just a few left in the West and Central regions. |
IUCN Status: Critically Endangered CITES: Appendix I |
| Flamingos | Known for their vibrant pink feathers, flamingos have long legs and necks. |
IUCN Status: Vulnerable: Andean flamingo Near Threatened: Lesser flamingo, Puna flamingo, and Chilean flamingo CITES: Appendix II |
| Great white pelicans |
The adult male is larger than the female. The male pelican has a pink patch of skin around the eyes. |
IUCN Status: Least Concern |
- Challenges in Migration:
- Habitat Destruction: Pollution and encroachment of wetlands hinder their migration.
- Climate Change: Rising temperatures affect their wintering patterns.
- Antibiotic Pollution: The leaking antibiotics into the food webs is also disrupting the natural habitats of these elegant white birds.
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