In Cambodia, two Greater Adjutant Storks bred in captivity have been released into the wild for the first time, marking a significant step forward for efforts to restore one of the world’s rarest stork species.
“This release gives us real hope that the Greater Adjutant can thrive again in its natural habitat,” said a spokesperson from the Rising Phoenix conservation group, which manages the Siem Pang Wildlife Sanctuary.
The nine-month-old storks, one male and one female, were fitted with GPS trackers before their release to monitor their movements and survival. The initiative aims to rebuild wild populations threatened by poaching and habitat loss, while strengthening local stewardship of the sanctuary’s wetlands and forests. Conservationists see the event as a turning point in ensuring a future for Cambodia’s iconic giant bird.
