Hawaiian Crow

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Unexpected Dexterity: Hawaiian Crow on the Brink of Extinction Demonstrates Tool use and Self-teaching Ability

New research finds that the Extinct-in-the-wild Hawaiian Crow can teach itself how to use tools. Hawaiian Crows, also called ‘Alalā, once thrived in the dry and wet forest habitats of Hawai’i’s islands. The native birds preyed on invertebrates and also consumed the islands’ native fruits. Unfortunately, the ‘Alalā began to struggle for survival when habitat loss and pressure […]

Written by on October 2, 2016

Scientists Plan to Defy Extinction, Release ‘Alalā into the Wild

Scientists and conservationists take steps to save the Hawaiian Crow “‘Alalā” from extinction. A Hawaiian Crow, also known as “‘Alalā”, chick recently hatched at the San Diego Zoo. The arrival of the chick–the first one this year–marks an important step in a project to reintroduce the ‘Alalā to its natural habitat. The Hawaiian Crow has […]

Written by on April 29, 2016

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