Khon Kaen Zoo celebrates first successful black swan breeding

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Khon Kaen Zoo proudly announced the successful breeding of black swans, marking a first in the zoo’s history.

 

The arrival of three cygnets, hatched in early February, comes as a delightful surprise to zoo officials and animal lovers alike.

Thipawadee Kittikhun, the acting director-general at the zoo, revealed that three eggs were laid by a seven year old swan in December, which hatched between February 9 and 10.

“The cygnets are under the vigilant supervision of our veterinarians. Their health and growth are our top priority.”

Providing a nutritious diet, the young swans are fed with a mix of finely chopped vegetables and swamp algae. This diet is rich in protein, calcium, and phosphorus, vital for bone strengthening.

 

Black swans, distinguishable by their red bills, are native to the wetlands of southwestern and eastern Australia. They typically reach their breeding age around two years old.

 

The parent swans, who were relocated from a regional private zoo to Khon Kaen in 2020, have adapted well to their new home. Their successful breeding is seen as a testament to the zoo’s dedicated animal care, reported Bangkok Post.

 

In anticipation of the cygnets’ growth, preparations are underway to move them to a larger aviary soon, according to Kittikhun. This successful breeding initiative at Khon Kaen Zoo not only adds to its diverse wildlife but also contributes to the conservation efforts of these beautiful creatures.

In related news, in a historic moment at the Wetland and Thai Crane Learning Centre in Buriram province, Police Lieutenant General Phatcharavat Wongsuwan spearheaded a ceremony to release Eastern Sarus cranes back into the wild.

 

The event, attended by Aut Arunrattanapong, Head of Regional Management Division 1, True Corporation, and Rommuk Piachan, Senior Leader, Projects Development, TruePlookpanya, marked the 12th successful release of the majestic creatures, further bolstering their population to over 168 in the wild.

 

by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

Source: The Thaiger 2024-02-23

 

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[still kicking]

Can I send a few dozen over?

[OneMoreFarang]

Now the poor black swan will feel like an Isan girl who comes to the city and everybody else is "white".

That girl will buy some whitening cream. The swan doesn't have that option. 😉 

[steven100]

now they have three chicks,   they can BBQ the parents.  Drumsticks anyone  ' ....

 

 

 

[still kicking]

They are a pest where I live.

[still kicking]

19 minutes ago, OneMoreFarang said:

Now the poor black swan will feel like an Isan girl who comes to the city and everybody else is "white".

That girl will buy some whitening cream. The swan doesn't have that option. 😉 

Well at least they are born white.

[Aussie999]

2 hours ago, still kicking said:

They are a pest where I live.

They are never seen as a pest, in Western Australia, so what makes them a pest where you live.

[hotchilli]

4 hours ago, still kicking said:

Well at least they are born white

Beauty never lasts, just like the whitening cream thousands use.. Best scam ever.

[Will B Good]

Tell me they haven't Thai dyed a white one.

[HappyinNE]

Great to hear the Kohn Kaen Zoo is still there.  I just went through Khon Kaen and looked for the Zoo entrance but we could not see it going both ways.  We have previously been there and enjoyed it.  When I can find out where it is I will go again.  Great news that it is still there as it is no longer on my maps of Thailand.