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Curlew Chicks Hatch After Wildfire Rescue

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PublishedSource: BBC Science & EnvironmentJune 6, 2026
A wildfire damaged a curlew nesting area. After the fire, people discovered four curlew eggs that could still be saved. They moved the eggs to safety and waited for the right time. Recently, the eggs hatched, and four chicks came out. The chicks are now being cared for by wildlife experts. They will stay in care until they are old enough and strong enough to live on their own. Only then will they be returned to their natural habitat. This rescue matters because curlews are vulnerable, and losing eggs can reduce the number of birds in the future. Saving even a few eggs can make a real difference.
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