FOR the first time in 2026, a nest of the rare Sarus Crane species was recorded on 8 July at the Kyonkapyin-Tap­seik area, according to the Kyonkapyin-Tapseik Com­munity Conservation As­sociation (KT-CCA).

As part of its biodiver­sity conservation efforts, the KT-CCA conducts an­nual counts of Sarus Crane nests. Thanks to local co­operation, the group could document the first nest on 8 July.

These rare birds build their nests during the rainy season and lay one to two eggs once construction is complete, breeding only once a year.

The KT-CCA is active­ly carrying out biodiver­sity conservation efforts. Currently, around 100 bird species, including endan­gered birds, rare species, and resident birds, inhabit this area.

Led by the local com­munity, the KT-CCA active­ly collaborates with related organizations to conduct biodiversity monitoring, ed­ucational programmes, fish resource conservation, and technical training for the sustainable extraction and use of natural resources.

Furthermore, to help residents generate alter­native income, a birdwatch­ing programme has been launched within the con­servation area. — MT/ZN