*[Enwl-eng] This bird species was brought back from the grave

[ENWL]

            Bringing the iconic crane back from extinction proves that 
conservation works. Tell the UK not to stop while it's ahead!

                  Sign Now

                 Our world is becoming increasingly inhospitable to 
wildlife — pollution, human development and habitat destruction, as well as 
hunting and trafficking have driven many animal populations to their 
breaking point. And although this phenomenon is picking up speed, it is not 
new. For example, due to overhunting and wetland draining, the common crane 
fully disappeared from the United Kingdom back in the 17th century. But our 
takeaway from the crane's demise shouldn't be that hope is futile. As of the 
beginning of 2021, the magnificent bird has made an astounding come back, 
with experts estimating that there are some 200 birds now thriving in the 
UK!

                  This is the result of diligent, unrelenting conservation 
efforts, and a statement from the chairman of the UK Crane Working Group 
sums it up best: "The return of cranes to the British landscape shows just 
how resilient nature can be when given the chance." Protected wetlands are 
vital to the cranes' survival — 85% of the breeding cranes in the UK are now 
found on protected reserves. Wetlands also support all types of other 
wildlife, and provide a vital weapon in our fight against climate change, 
since wetlands store a great deal of the carbon that would otherwise be 
polluting our atmosphere. Obviously, protecting wetlands should be a 
priority. Sign the petition and demand that the UK government pass sweeping 
wetland protections across the country!

                  Thank you,

                         Lauren
                        The Care2 Petitions Team



                  P.S. We must take the comeback of the crane as a lesson: 
conservation works. Sign the petition asking the UK to keep up the good 
work.








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From: Lauren W., Care2 Action Alerts
Sent: Monday, February 08, 2021 12:19 PM
Subject: This bird species was brought back from the grave
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