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Zoo Atlanta Welcomes Six Critically Endangered Myna Chicks
4 Nov
Summary
- Six rare Bali myna chicks hatched this year at Zoo Atlanta.
- Wild Bali myna population faced extinction, dropping to six in 2001.
- Breeding and conservation efforts have helped the species recover.
Zoo Atlanta is celebrating the arrival of six Bali myna chicks, hatched this year under the guidance of the species' survival plan. These striking birds, distinguished by their white plumage and blue eye patches, are native to the Indonesian island of Bali. Their unique appearance and vocal abilities made them targets for the illegal pet trade, severely impacting their numbers.
In 2001, the wild population of Bali mynas plummeted to a mere six birds. However, intensive breeding, reintroduction efforts, and habitat protection have facilitated a remarkable recovery. As of a 2025 survey, an estimated 600 Bali mynas inhabit the wild. Despite this progress, the species remains critically endangered due to ongoing threats from illegal trapping and habitat loss.
Visitors to Zoo Atlanta can observe several Bali mynas as part of the zoo's conservation efforts. The successful hatching of these chicks represents a hopeful step forward for this vulnerable species.
