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London could once again become home to ‘talismanic' white storks
Londoners are being consulted on the potential re-establishment of white storks in the capital, a species that vanished from Britain centuries ago.
Conservationists from Citizen Zoo are spearheading an appraisal to transform London into a "white stork-friendly city" through habitat mapping, engaging boroughs, and conducting public surveys.
White storks, hunted to extinction in Britain by the 1400s, have seen a significant resurgence in sightings across Greater London following reintroduction efforts in southern England since 2016.
The project aims to determine if these "talismanic" birds, known for thriving in urban environments across Europe, can establish themselves in London.
Public opinion is being gathered through a survey, as gaining buy-in from stakeholders is considered crucial for the success of the reintroduction project.
'Iconic' birds that once vanished from Britain could be coming back to London after centuries
