The Best Bird Video Clips
The Koloa maoli is an endangered Hawaiian duck that is down to less than 2000 individuals. It is facing habitat loss and threats from introduced species. A secretive bird, it is not well understood. Scientists from UC Davis are studying it to help save it from extinction. Video made by Outside Hawaii for Malama Hawaii and HISC.
Prior to mining, Mosaic’s ecologists survey the site to identify any threatened or endangered species. When they identify a species, the team develops a plan to properly manage them prior to mining. The company has pioneered translocation programs for several Florida species including the gopher tortoise, Florida scrub jay and burrowing owl. Each year, the company translocates hundreds of threatened or endangered animals to appropriate maintained habitats away from mining activities. Watch a team of Mosaic’s ecologists and wildlife consultants relocate a family of burrowing owls at a mine site in Central Florida.
PlusEndangered Condors Rescued From Path of WildfireEndangered Condors Rescued From Path of WildfireThe Associated PressIn an unusual rescue, the Coast Guard evacuated eight captive California condors by helicopter when a wildfire threatened their sanctuary. (June 24)As hundreds of wildfires burn across California, the Coast Guard is swooping in, trying to save animals in harm’s way. It took two flights, but crews were able to rescue eight endangered birds when a wildfire threatened their sanctuary. Five condors and two wildlife society members were rescued in the first flight. And in the second flight, three more birds and the remaining wildlife rescuer were pulled to safety. A group that prepares captive-bred condors for life in the wild pleaded for help after a fire broke out nearby over the weekend. The fire in Monterey County, California was sparked by lightning Saturday and quickly spread. By Monday night, the fire had grown to more than 7-thousand acres. And the fate of the condor release site remains unknown. The evacuated birds were taken to another condor site at the Pinnacles National Monument, where they’ll be released later this year. It’s believed that only 315 California condors exist– and only half of them are in the wild. ___ ___, The Associated Press.
A 5-minute documentary about Hawai’i's endangered birds and the causes of their decline. This was somewhat a difficult topic and we suffered from a lack of suitable footage of native birds as most endangered birds are not seen regularly as they used to be decades ago. Could have done better for sure, in fact if I had the chance I’d do it over for the sake of sharing the issues of the human impact on island birds.
Video Rating: 5 / 5
It may come as a surprise – but, despite the urban sprawl and traffic jams, Moscow is home to many rare wild animals and birds. Over a hundred endangered species live in the Russian capital. Chances are, though, you won’t spot them on your walks around the city – unless, that is, you’re with a specially trained tracker! Prime Time’s Lindsay France was lucky enough to be invited along by one….
Video Rating: 5 / 5
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