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Prince
Stork - 14

black-necked Stork

Immature ...

The ' Prince ' will
inherit an uncertain
future ...

Quote :

... " Overall, this
species has undergone
a moderately rapid
population reduction,
which is projected to
continue, and it has a
moderately small population.
It is therefore
classed as
Near Threatened. " ...

...BirdLife
International ...

And ...
we all know very well
that the trend is
not going to reverse ...
... may not even
slow down ...

So, all the best wishes
to him ... and his
species ...

___________________________

Keoladeo National Park
Bharatpur ; Rajashan
India
28.06.2013
Habitat
Mixed Wetland and Forest
Location
Keoladeo National Park ; Bharatpur ; India
Date taken
28.06.2013
Scientific name
Ephippiorhynchus asiaticus
Staff member
Opus Editor
Supporter
Indeed Alok. A scary prospect for these guys.

A lovely picture - hope there's the opportunity for more to come.
 
A wonderful image of yet another species that may not walk the earth, and a sad commentary on the human race.
 
Supporter
It sounds as if it will need all the well wishes and good luck we can send its way. Thanks for great and information narrative and the beautiful picture! Excellent Alok & Renu!!!!
 
A beautifully detailed capture Alok, but sad to read of its uncertain future !!! Thanks for sharing.
 

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