Unique phenomenon: in Volyn the first keys of cranes were noticed

In the sky above Volhynia, two keys of gray cranes were noticed. This behavior is not characteristic of birds that usually hibernate in regions with a warmer climate. Anomalous phenomenon is considered a consequence of climatic changes. About it informs Kivertsi National Nature Park “Tsumanskaya Pushcha” on Facebook, reports UNN.

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It is noted that on January 27, near the village of Doo Lutsk district, Kivertsi National Nature Park workers “Tsumanskaya Pushcha” witnessed a unique phenomenon – in the sky they saw two “keys” of gray cranes (Grus Grus) with a total number of 32 individuals. The first flock consisted of 18 birds, the second of 14. Both flocks were moving in the western direction.

According to the experts of the Tsuman Pushcha, the early return of cranes can indicate climate changes that have affected the features of wintering of birds and their migration routes.

Gray crane (Grus grus) usually winter in warmer regions, such as Southern Europe, North Africa or the Middle East. Noticing them in the winter above Volhynia is a rare occasion that is most likely associated with a warm winter

According to ornithologists, the birds usually winter in the warmer regions – in the countries of Southern Europe, North Africa and the Middle East. Therefore, experts call their appearance over Ukraine in the winter.

“If cranes remain longer or return earlier, it can be a sign of warm winter or changes in their traditional wintering areas. Such data help ornithologists track environmental trends, predict changes in natural environments and respond to possible threats to the species in time,” – added specialists.

Recall

At the KhNPP reservoir, two cracked swans – UT05 and UT19 were noticed. Birds regularly return to this area for wintering in recent years.

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