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Island Conservation
Australian Crows have learned how to make a meal out of the toxic invasive Cane Toad. Crows often get a bad rap, but these birds are actually very intelligent and adaptable. Members of the family Corvidae show a capability to learn and problem-solve that is unparalleled among other birds. These clever Australian corvids have learned […]
Extinct-in-the-wild Hawaiian Crow, ‘Alala, gets a chance to return to the wild after a decade in captivity. They make quite an impression…they’re so playful when you watch them interact with each other; they’re so curious. The ‘Alala is a Hawaiian Crow that has been peering into the abyss of extinction ever since invasive predators and other […]
The genome of the Extinct-in-the-Wild Hawaiian Crow, ‘Alalā, has been sequenced to aid scientists in conservation efforts. Many native Hawaiian plants, especially those in dry forests, rely on the crow for seed dispersal and germination. Tree heliotrope, Heliotropium foertherianum, Hawaii native plant. Photo by Island Conservation Facing increased threats from invasive species and disease, loss of […]