Blue Crane Now Listed as Vulnerable Amid Declining Numbers

South Africa’s national bird, the Blue Crane, has officially been reclassified as vulnerable following a significant population decline — most notably a 44% drop in the Overberg region over the past 15 years. Similar declines have also been recorded in the Karoo, a traditional stronghold for the species. Conservation experts warn that the iconic bird faces increasing threats, many of which are linked to human activity and climate change. Speaking […]