Rare Waldrapp viewing at Antdorf: Hope for the migratory bird!
Rare Waldrapp viewing at Antdorf: Hope for the migratory bird!
A very special event recently occurred near Antdorf: on a bike tour, Hubert Klein discovered a forest, an extremely rare migratory bird that was considered extinct for a long time. This sighting is not only remarkable for the region, but also for species protection, since the Waldrapp is one of the most threatened bird species in the world. Many people first have to look up what this bird is all about, but the re-resettlement of the Waldrapps has been actively supported for over 20 years, such as Merkur reported.
Last year the Waldrapp team, which is devoted to the resettlement of this impressive bird species, flew through the district for the first time. The spectacular journey led over 2,600 kilometers to Spain and set up a world record. For a proud 52 days, the team was under and mastered dangerous wind situations even without having to do anything. On this tour, 36 young birds were transported, some of them in cars, and finally released into nature in December, where they joined an existing Waldrapp population in Überlingen.striking features and lucky charms
The recently sighted Waldrapp, a male with the name "Paride", commutes between Salzburg and the Allgäu. Obviously, he trained a certain trust in people. The female "Dr. Saurier", which was the first Waldrapp from Andalusia, was particularly striking in this story. It is also interesting that the young birds accompanied by the Waldrapp team will start their flight home next year at the earliest. For the near future, the team is planning another flight to Spain in August, at which 32 chicks, also with a stopover in Paterzell.
The Waldrapp is more than just a conventional bird; He embodies hope of returning an almost lost species. This is particularly important because the Waldrapp in Europe was eradicated in the 17th century. Appropriate species protection projects are trying to found new breeding colonies, such as in the new LIFE20 project, which is planning three new breeding colonies in Goldau (Switzerland), Bussolengo (Italy) and Rosegg (Austria). These projects are promoted by Zoo Vienna
challenges of resettlement
The resettlement of the forest drain is not easy. In 2022, 46 young birds slipped in the Wildbahn, while a total of 57 were released. The population of wild forest rap now counts 201 animals, which is far below the sustainable number of 357 birds. The main causes for the losses are poaching in Italy and electricity accidents on unsecured medium -voltage lines in Austria. Numerous funded projects, such as those of the Heidelberger Zoos , try to help the population by exploring the train behavior of the birds and creating suitable habitats.
With the continuous commitment to fight the undifferentiated hunting and creating safe nesting places, the institutions involved hope that the Waldrapp can thrive again in its earlier habitats. It remains to be hoped that further sightings of these extraordinary beings in our region will not only pose moments of happiness, but also signs of successful species protection.
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