Crows Disappearing Rapidly from Himalayas: Climate Change, Habitat Loss Blamed

• Crows, once common in Uttarakhand and the Himalayan region, are rapidly declining, raising environmental concerns.
• Climate change, including rising temperatures and altered weather patterns, is identified as the primary cause for their disappearance.
• Three types of crows (House Crow, Large-billed Crow, Himalayan Raven Crow) are found in Uttarakhand, all affected by temperature increases.
• The decline threatens biodiversity and cultural traditions, as crows are integral to festivals like Ghughutiya and act as nature's 'intelligent cleaners'.
• Experts warn that without conservation efforts, crows could face the same fate as sparrows and vultures, becoming a memory.

Why It Matters: Crows are rapidly vanishing from the Himalayas due to climate change and habitat loss, posing a serious environmental and cultural threat.