Editorial photo #5954998 Human Interest
Sarus Cranes In Myanmar
A Sarus Crane is seen in a paddy field near Maubin Township, Irrawaddy Region, Myanmar on August 30, 2020. Myanmar's indigenous bird, the Sarus Crane is a rare species not only in the World but also in Myanmar. Irrawaddy Delta Region is one of Sarus Crane’s habitats in Myanmar. There are estimated 500 Sarus Cranes in Myanmar, and about 200 - 400 are living in Irrawaddy Delta Region. According to the International Union of Conservation of Nature ( IUCN ) red list, Sarus Cranes are at risk of extinction. (Photo by Shwe Paw Mya Tin/NurPhoto)