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The ʻAlalā: Hawaii's Extinct-in-the-Wild Crow Draws Attention
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The ʻAlālā, or Hawaiian crow, is being discussed online, with posts highlighting that the species is extinct in the wild and surviving only in managed care. One observer lamented never being able to see one in nature and wondered whether any conservation groups allow visits to see the birds. The species remains a symbol of Hawaii's biodiversity loss and ongoing captive breeding efforts.
Why now: People are drawn to the striking story of a crow extinct in the wild and the conservation efforts keeping it alive.
Evidence
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