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Researchers reveal Hong Kong as a 'biodiversity ark' for yellow-crested cockatoos and expand nesting support
- June 22, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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A new genomic study by researchers from the HKU School of Biological Sciences (SBS) has found that Hong Kong's introduced population of yellow-crested cockatoos retains unexpectedly high genetic diversity and could serve as a genetic reservoir for this critically endangered species. Published in Evolutionary Applications, the study also underpins a new conservation initiative with local schools to install artificial nest boxes and monitor this rare urban population.
Originally published at Phys.org