Nandu Gretle kidnapped: Police are looking for witnesses in the Emmendingen district!

Nandu Gretle kidnapped: Police are looking for witnesses in the Emmendingen district!

A curious incident in the Emmendingen district causes excitement: a Nandu female that is called "Gretle" was stolen from a outdoor enclosure. The owner discovered a large amount of feathers in front of the locked enclosure on Sunday, which indicates an attack between Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning. The police are now looking for witnesses who can provide information on the incident. Nandus, who resemble the bouquet of bouquet, are a rarity in Europe and originally come from South America.

The latest inventory of Nandus in Germany shows that the only wild population in Europe lives in the Schaalsee Biosphere Reserve, about 1,000 kilometers from its natural habitat. According to Nordkurier , 91 Nandus were already recorded in the region in spring 2023. In 2022, the number was still 70. The decline in the population, which once included 566 animals, has been constant since the hunt for Nandus was allowed in 2020.

nandus under observation

The Ranger Mario Axel confirms that Nandus's current population size in Germany is sufficient to ensure the survival of the species. However, drivers should be careful because Nandus can reach speeds of up to 60 km/h. These flying birds are not only an interesting study object, but can also cause considerable damage to agricultural areas, especially rapeseed. Therefore, measures were taken to control their population.

In recent years, Ranger has carried out special techniques such as manipulation of located to regulate the inventory. According to National Geographic , however, this method of birth control was not very successful. Therefore, the hunt for Nandus remains the most effective measure to keep the population at a healthy level of around 50 animals.

protective measures and future

Nandu population in Germany is now considered to be established, and the Nandu is considered a new species of birds in the region. Despite the challenges that many types experience through climate changes, the Biosphere Reserves Office sees no danger to the Nandus. Even in years with poor breeding conditions, there is an increase in fertile old birds, which could secure the long -term future of these fascinating birds.

The theft of "Gretle" from her enclosure now raises questions: Who kidnapped the animal jewel, and why? The police hope that the public can provide information about this incident, while the shooting community is fighting for the well -being of the Nandus and its preservation.