Why farmers should conserve cattle egrets in Nepal

Cattle egret (Bubulcus ibis) is a species that is found across the tropical, subtropical, and warm temperature zones throughout Africa, Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Known as baastu bakulla in Nepali, the name “cattle egret” comes from the fact that it follows cattle or other large mammals to feed on insects that are aroused by their movements. Perhaps that is why farmers need to conserve cattle egrets in Nepal also.

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