Mother Nature must have had a special inclination towards the Indonesian island of Bali as it is abundantly blessed with natures best, form beautiful beaches that boast breathtaking scenery to glorious hills adorned with rich greenery. Anyone who visits will have no doubt that the serene island is one of the most exquisite places in the world. It is also home to some exciting wildlife who harmoniously shares their surroundings, making the island of Bali an even more pleasant place to spend time on. Visitors can venture into the forests of the island to admire these interesting creatures and watch them in their natural habitat.
Among the creatures that call the island home is the Bali Starling, an eye-catching bird found only on this island. This endemic bird is also the national bird of the island and well loved by those who see it, for its elegant colours and beautiful features. The bird is mostly a clean shade of white in colour, with a part of its face bright blue, and with black wing tips. These delightful creatures live in holes in trees and are most often seen in the West Bali National Park, which is a sanctuary for these appealing birds. They are a thrill to watch in the wild and a popular attraction visited by those with an appreciation for nature.
Though the endemic Bali Starling is an attractive species these birds lives aren’t simple. They are highly endangered as they are commonly poached to be sold as caged birds and face severe danger in the wild. These creatures that are highly representative of the history and culture of the island almost faced extinction due to human interference, and their population in the wild was once estimated to be approximately only six birds. Since then wildlife groups have taken action to revive the population of these birds in the wild, and through their captive- breeding initiatives the numbers are gradually increasing. Though it is a slow process it has created new hope that these birds will exist to inhabit the forests for centuries more. Their tragic tale and new hope have made the Bali Starling a popular attraction among visitors.
For visitors to the island selecting a Bali Hotel there are several choices that provide high quality accommodation. One popular place is the Anantara Seminyak Bali, luxurious Bali Hotels that cater to all its visitors’ needs.
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