Post by pavel on Jan 15, 2016 8:47:26 GMT -6
Anger and Outrage as Two Endangered Whooping Cranes Shot in Texas
Texas Parks and Wildlife officials have confirmed that two Endangered Whooping Cranes were shot in Hardin County, Texas on Sunday, January 10 (north/northwest of Beaumont). One individual has been identified as the suspect. The International Crane Foundation commends the quick action of authorities, while also expressing anger and outrage at the news of another shooting.
“This is devastating and unacceptable. Of just 600 Whooping Cranes in the world, two are gone in an instant because of what appears to be a cowardly act of violence. Whooping Cranes face enough challenges to survival without senseless vandalism,” said Dr. Elizabeth Smith, Texas Program Director.
“Needlessly and inexplicably, there are two less Whooping Cranes in the world today. Our sadness is matched only by our resolve. We are calling on citizens to take action to help raise awareness to prevent future shootings by joining the national campaign to protect Whooping Cranes,” continued Smith.
Citizens can learn more about the national campaign to protect Whooping Cranes and take action by visiting www.savingcranes.org/i-give-a-whoop/. Here, citizens will receive information on how to report suspicious or illegal behavior, receive a water bird identification guide, and have the opportunity to join others from across the country in pledging support for Whooping Cranes.
Read more: www.savingcranes.org/anger-and-outrage-as-two-endangered-whooping-cranes-shot-in-texas/
Texas Parks and Wildlife officials have confirmed that two Endangered Whooping Cranes were shot in Hardin County, Texas on Sunday, January 10 (north/northwest of Beaumont). One individual has been identified as the suspect. The International Crane Foundation commends the quick action of authorities, while also expressing anger and outrage at the news of another shooting.
“This is devastating and unacceptable. Of just 600 Whooping Cranes in the world, two are gone in an instant because of what appears to be a cowardly act of violence. Whooping Cranes face enough challenges to survival without senseless vandalism,” said Dr. Elizabeth Smith, Texas Program Director.
“Needlessly and inexplicably, there are two less Whooping Cranes in the world today. Our sadness is matched only by our resolve. We are calling on citizens to take action to help raise awareness to prevent future shootings by joining the national campaign to protect Whooping Cranes,” continued Smith.
Citizens can learn more about the national campaign to protect Whooping Cranes and take action by visiting www.savingcranes.org/i-give-a-whoop/. Here, citizens will receive information on how to report suspicious or illegal behavior, receive a water bird identification guide, and have the opportunity to join others from across the country in pledging support for Whooping Cranes.
Read more: www.savingcranes.org/anger-and-outrage-as-two-endangered-whooping-cranes-shot-in-texas/