Iconic' white storks could be coming back to London after centuries
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The Independent is actively engaged in a range of social issues, including reproductive rights, climate change, and the influence of Big Tech. The organization emphasizes the importance of quality journalism that remains accessible without paywalls, funded through public donations. A project is being initiated to examine the potential reintroduction of white storks in London, following their resurgence in southern England. Citizen Zoo is conducting habitat mapping and assessing local boroughs' support to create a favorable environment for these birds, which historically thrived in urban settings across Europe.
Conservationists are exploring whether white storks, known for flourishing in urban environments across Europe, could establish themselves in London. The appraisal to transform the city into a "white stork-friendly" habitat is underway.
Citizen Zoo is leading an initiative to assess boroughs' receptiveness through habitat mapping and public surveys to support the reintroduction of white storks, which vanished from Britain centuries ago.
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