Population size. In 1985, it was estimated that Rwanda was home to more than 1 000 Grey Crowned Cranes. The population is currently estimated to be between 300 and 500 individuals, distributed between the main wetland systems in the country. Rugezi ▇▇▇▇▇ is the primary site for Grey Crowned Cranes in the country, but they are also found in Akagera National Park, Kamiranzovu Wetland inside Nyungwe National Park, Nyabarongo Wetland and Akanyura Wetland. The latter two, although Important Bird Areas, have no protected area status or protection. Grey Crowned Cranes are declining in Rwanda largely due to their removal from the wild for the domestic pet trade and habitat loss primarily to agriculture. The “Peat to Power” plans for Rwanda, whereby peatlands will be removed for power generation will no doubt escalate this decline further.
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Sources: International Single Species Action Plan, International Single Species Action Plan, International Single Species Action Plan