Today marks a truly special moment in the conservation journey of the White-bellied Heron, one of the world’s rarest and most endangered bird species.

RSPN is deeply honoured that 𝗛𝗲𝗿 𝗠𝗮𝗷𝗲𝘀𝘁𝘆 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝘆𝗮𝗹𝘁𝘀𝘂𝗲𝗻 𝗝𝗲𝘁𝘀𝘂𝗻 𝗣𝗲𝗺𝗮 𝗪𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗰𝗵𝘂𝗰𝗸, our beloved Royal Patron of RSPN, has graciously bestowed names upon the five White-bellied Herons currently under the care of the White-bellied Heron Conservation Centre in Tsirang.

𝗗𝗲𝗺𝗮 • 𝗦𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗺 • 𝗞𝘂𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗮 • 𝗝𝗮𝗺𝘆𝗮𝗻𝗴 • 𝗟𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗼

We are delighted to share the photographs and profiles of each of these remarkable White-bellied Herons. Through their names and stories, we hope to bring people closer to one of Bhutan’s most treasured and critically threatened species, while inspiring greater appreciation and support for its conservation.

As we celebrate Dema, Sonam, Kuenga, Jamyang, and Lhamo, we also renew our commitment to safeguarding the future of the White-bellied Heron. RSPN will continue to strengthen conservation efforts and work closely with partners within the country and across the White-bellied Heron’s range countries to protect habitats, advance research, support population recovery, and ensure the long-term survival of this iconic species.