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Scientists Plan To De-Extinct 12-Foot-Tall Moa Bird Gone For 600 Years
During this long period, the moa developed several unique traits that are extremely difficult to replicate.
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These 4 Indian Birds Are At Risk Of Extinction
The Long-billed Grasshopper-warbler is now classified as endangered, while Indian Courser, Indian Roller and Rufous-tailed Lark are listed as 'Near Threatened'.
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48,646 Species Now At Risk Of Extinction: World's Top Conservation Body
Arctic seals and birds are coming under increasing threat, mainly due to climate change and human activity, according to an updated list of endangered species released Friday by the world's top conservation body.
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US Firm Edges Closer To Bringing Back Extinct Dodo Bird
The company said that it has also developed gene-edited chickens that will act as surrogates for the dodos.
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Hong Kong Scientist Puts Up Nest Boxes To Save Endangered Cockatoos
Above the teeming shopping streets of Hong Kong's Causeway Bay district, a fight to save one of the world's most endangered species is unfolding high in the branches of a decades-old cotton tree.
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69-Million-Year-Old Fossil Bird Skull in Antarctica Sheds Light on Waterfowl Evolution
Scientists have analysed a nearly complete fossilised bird skull found in Antarctica, dating back 69 million years. Identified as Vegavis iaai, the specimen is closely related to modern ducks and geese, with skull features supporting its classification as a waterfowl. Researchers suggest that its advanced vision and motor skills could have helped i...
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Ancient Bird, Once Thought Extinct, Makes A Comeback After 300 Years
After centuries of decline, concerted conservation efforts have led to a remarkable resurgence of the Northern Bald Ibis in Europe.
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Australia's Fearsome "Modern-Day" Dinosaur Bird Stares Down Extinction
With legs like a velociraptor and a striking neon blue neck, the southern cassowary cuts a fearsome figure in the rainforests of northeast Australia.
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Feather Of New Zealand's Extinct Huia Bird Auctioned For Rs. 23 Lakh
A feather of NewZealand'snow-extinct huia bird hasbeen auctionedfor a staggering NZD$46,521.50, approximately ₹23 lakh.
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Flightless Bird Takahe, Declared Extinct In 1898, Returns To New Zealand Wild
The plump birds have a strong red beak, stout legs and bright blue and green feathers.
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Scientists Plan To De-Extinct 12-Foot-Tall Moa Bird Gone For 600 Years
During this long period, the moa developed several unique traits that are extremely difficult to replicate.
-
These 4 Indian Birds Are At Risk Of Extinction
The Long-billed Grasshopper-warbler is now classified as endangered, while Indian Courser, Indian Roller and Rufous-tailed Lark are listed as 'Near Threatened'.
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48,646 Species Now At Risk Of Extinction: World's Top Conservation Body
Arctic seals and birds are coming under increasing threat, mainly due to climate change and human activity, according to an updated list of endangered species released Friday by the world's top conservation body.
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US Firm Edges Closer To Bringing Back Extinct Dodo Bird
The company said that it has also developed gene-edited chickens that will act as surrogates for the dodos.
-
Hong Kong Scientist Puts Up Nest Boxes To Save Endangered Cockatoos
Above the teeming shopping streets of Hong Kong's Causeway Bay district, a fight to save one of the world's most endangered species is unfolding high in the branches of a decades-old cotton tree.
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69-Million-Year-Old Fossil Bird Skull in Antarctica Sheds Light on Waterfowl Evolution
Scientists have analysed a nearly complete fossilised bird skull found in Antarctica, dating back 69 million years. Identified as Vegavis iaai, the specimen is closely related to modern ducks and geese, with skull features supporting its classification as a waterfowl. Researchers suggest that its advanced vision and motor skills could have helped i...
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Ancient Bird, Once Thought Extinct, Makes A Comeback After 300 Years
After centuries of decline, concerted conservation efforts have led to a remarkable resurgence of the Northern Bald Ibis in Europe.
-
Australia's Fearsome "Modern-Day" Dinosaur Bird Stares Down Extinction
With legs like a velociraptor and a striking neon blue neck, the southern cassowary cuts a fearsome figure in the rainforests of northeast Australia.
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Feather Of New Zealand's Extinct Huia Bird Auctioned For Rs. 23 Lakh
A feather of NewZealand'snow-extinct huia bird hasbeen auctionedfor a staggering NZD$46,521.50, approximately ₹23 lakh.
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Flightless Bird Takahe, Declared Extinct In 1898, Returns To New Zealand Wild
The plump birds have a strong red beak, stout legs and bright blue and green feathers.
