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Ugandans kill migrating storks in desperation for food

In Uganda, the migration of European white storks has led to a tragic situation where locals, driven by desperation and hunger, are killing the birds for food. This year, the storks, which typically migrate to Africa for the winter, have arrived in Uganda in unusually large numbers due to drought conditions in their usual stopover points in South Sudan and Chad. The Ugandan government has acknowledged the issue and is working on solutions, including providing alternative food sources to the affected communities and raising awareness about the importance of wildlife conservation. Conservationists are concerned about the impact on the stork population and the broader ecosystem, urging for immediate action to address the root causes of this crisis.

Read the Full AFP Article at:
[ https://www.yahoo.com/news/ugandans-kill-migrating-storks-desperation-062155259.html ]


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