Japanese crested ibis released in Sado Island

Japanese crested ibis released in Sado Island

A crested ibis, designated as a special natural treasure in Japan, soars in the sky over Sado Island in the Sea of Japan on Sept. 25, 2015, when the Environment Ministry released 19 crested ibis to revive their population. The number of released crested ibis has exceeded 200 since the practice started in 2008. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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