BARMER, April 6 -- In a significant breakthrough for conservation efforts of the critically endangered Great Indian Bustard (locally known as Godawan), three chicks were born in a single day and four within a week-a first in the history of the project, signalling renewed hope for the species' survival.
According to wildlife officials, three chicks hatched at the Sudasari Breeding Centre in Rajasthan's Jaisalmer district on April 2, while another chick was born earlier on March 28. This brings the total to six chicks born within a month, with previous births recorded on March 8 and 9. With the new additions, the total population of Godawans in two breeding centres now stands at 50. P8
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