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  "id": 1062894,
  "title": "Protected since 1923, Texas island now has world's largest reddish egret colony",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/15/protected-since-1923-texas-island-now-has-worlds-largest-reddish",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-15T14:26:05.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Times of India",
    "slug": "times-of-india",
    "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/in-1923-wardens-began-protecting-a-35-acre-texas-island-where-the-states-last-reddish-egrets-survived-one-family-lived-there-full-time-in-a-two-room-hut-and-today-it-holds-the-worlds-largest-nesting-colony/articleshow/133264273.cms"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": null,
  "summary": "Nestled in Texas, Green Island proudly hosts the largest Reddish Egret colony globally, evolving into a sanctuary after extensive hunting significantly depleted bird populations. The island's lush vegetation creates a rich tapestry of nesting sites, catering to diverse coastal bird species. Dedicated wardens vigilantly safeguard the island against predators, striving to uphold its sensitive…",
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}