A rare bird stopped the operation of the Bellagio fountains in Las Vegas
Guests and residents of Las Vegas have witnessed a rare phenomenon. The Bellagio fountains, known for their extravagant water shows, were temporarily shut down due to an unexpected visitor.
A yellow-billed loon, one of the 10 rarest birds in the United States, has settled on Lake Bellagio, forcing the resort staff to take measures to ensure its safety. According to CNN, the guest did not stay long at the fountains.
In cooperation with the Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW), the bird was carefully captured and transported to a safer and more suitable location.
According to the biologist who participated in the capture, the bird was in good condition. It was transported to a location with ample food, water, space, and tranquility.
Yellow-billed loons typically inhabit coastal regions, so their appearance in Las Vegas was a genuine surprise, but the resort staff handled the situation well.
This bird is considered a species in need of special attention and protection, as their numbers are dwindling worldwide. The Bellagio fountains resumed operation on Wednesday afternoon, allowing the public to once again enjoy the water shows.
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