Sun Nov 17 06:29:12 UTC 2024: ## Assam Village Becomes Haven for Oriental Pied Hornbills
**Mayong, Assam, November 17, 2024** – The village of Mayong in Assam’s Morigaon district has become an unexpected sanctuary for Oriental pied hornbills. Villagers are actively participating in conservation efforts, providing the birds with food, such as bananas, and even constructing nests. Photographs show villagers placing out fruit for the hornbills, building nests from dry grass, and the birds themselves thriving in the area. The initiative highlights a successful community-driven conservation project, benefiting not only the hornbills but also other bird species, including jungle mynas, sunbirds, and woodpeckers, which also call Mayong home. This collaborative approach demonstrates a model for wildlife preservation through active community engagement.
First Piper 