Researchers Reveal Hong Kong as a 'Biodiversity Ark' for Yellow-Crested Cockatoos and Expand Nesting Support

Researchers reveal Hong Kong as a 'biodiversity ark' for yellow-crested cockatoos and expand nesting support

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.

Hong Kong cockatoos could help save Indonesia’s endangered species, study shows

Study, published in Evolutionary Applications journal in May, underscores importance of conserving city’s cockatoo population.