𝗖𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗲 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮 after spending nearly seven months in the wetlands of the Tibetan Autonomous Region, China, returned to Phobjikha Valley on November 26, 2024, covering an impressive 𝟭𝟴𝟬 𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟰 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀.
Anneguntera was first tagged with a GPRS/GSM transmitter in the winter of 2019 at Phobjikha by researchers from NABU, Crane Conservation Germany, and RSPN.
This year, Phobjikha has recorded about 380 Black-necked Cranes so far. Their arrival in Phobjikha, often synchronized with the onset of winter, heralds a season of celebration and conservation efforts, as the valley becomes a sanctuary for these globally threatened species. The valley transforms into a sanctuary for these globally threatened species, serving as one of their critical habitats. This migration is more than a natural spectacle-it’s a testament to the Black-necked Crane’s resilience and underscores the importance of preserving their habitats for the generations to come.