Trofaiach: Chicks in danger - fire brigade saves weakened stork nest!

Trofaiach: Chicks in danger - fire brigade saves weakened stork nest!

Trofaiach, Österreich - In Trofaiach, the growth of stork attracts everyone's attention. Four chicks currently live in a nest, and the development looks promising. Personalities like Mayor Mario ABL give all -clear: "The Trofaiach stork chick is excellent," is reported. These gratifying news come from the Tillmitsch stork station, where a saved chick is also optimally looked after. The condition of the chick was initially worrying because it was weakened and did not receive enough food. Nicole Kernbichler had informed the responsible bodies about the seriousness of the situation.

How important the stork protection is is shown by various measures that are taken in Trofaiach and beyond. The municipality caught up with the approval of the state of Styria in order to intervene in the Horst and to save the affected chick. The fire brigade was there, removed the chick and made it to the stork station to put it off. There it gets food every two hours until the storks start their trip to Africa in August. "We always have to find the balance between species protection and animal welfare," emphasizes Helmut Rosenthaler from the stork station.

 

actions related to the storks

In this context, fans of the storks want to point out a special appointment: On June 28th and 29th, the stork station organizes an open house. Here interested parties can experience the chicks up close and find out about their protection and development. Anticipation is also available to actively contribute to the preservation of this special bird species by donating. Nicole Kernbichler, for example, has already transferred a contribution and is planning to sponsor the saved chick.

But what about the storks in the region as a whole? According to the association LBV, which deals intensively with the species and their danger, the white storks need a diverse living environment. Food -rich areas and the securing of your nests are crucial for continued existence. "A stork family needs up to 4.5 kg of food every day during the breeding season," reports. Unfortunately, the animals are often not available enough food, since intensive agriculture and land consolidations have greatly reduced the pasture areas. Electricity masts are also a danger; Over 50 % of the storks die from collisions.

a cultural symbol

The white storks are more than just birds - they are firmly anchored in human cultural history. In many fairy tales, legends and as a fertility symbol, they have their permanent place, also in the city coat of arms of numerous towns. They share their living space with open landscapes that they need to search for food. In the nature of the Trofaiach, the breeding events of the white storks are of great importance. Visitors can often observe what is happening in the area - lucky that brings them closer to the connection to this threatened way.

Overall, the developments in Trofaiach show how important the protection and maintenance of the storks are in our homeland. The success of the chicks is explained not only by the Thoughtful intervention of the people, but also by the continuous protective measures, which are coordinated by various organizations. "The white storks are an endangered way, their stocks have to be protected," it says. Taking care of the storks is therefore not only an active contribution to nature conservation, but also a matter close to the heart of many in the region.

For questions or in emergencies with injured storks, it is important to keep calm and observe the following tips:

do not touch
• stork.
• secure dangers in the area.
Contact
• Storch supervisor (e.g. Helmut Rosenthaler, 0664/597 95 83).

For more information about storks, your living conditions and the need for protection, the article "Störchche-A Culture Like" is naturzenses-malchow.de very revealing. Also the page of the LBV lbv.de offers valuable insights around the white stork and the challenges that you face.

So it is only to be hoped that the Trofaiach stork chicks will continue to grow up healthy and master the way into their exciting future air travel.