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Unusual Visitor: Stork Causes Stir on Grodno's Lenin Square, Sparks Public Concern
Grodno, Belarus - An unusual sight captivated residents of Grodno on the evening of September 3, 2025, as a white stork was observed standing on Lenin Square. The majestic bird, typically found in more rural or natural habitats, appeared to be alone and somewhat disoriented amidst the city's illuminated backdrop. The video, widely shared online, shows the stork standing on cobblestones in front of a building lit with red and green lights. Onlookers expressed both surprise and concern for the bird's welfare. Comments quickly flooded social media platforms, with many users urging for intervention. "Where is the zoo? Where are our ornithologists? It's clear it's sick. It's asking for help. Dear storks. Help it!" one user wrote, reflecting a common sentiment. Another exclaimed, "STORK CAME FOR HELP! HE IS SO SAD. PLEASE HELP. CALL THE RESCUE SERVICE." Some commenters speculated on the stork's origin, with one user noting, "This is from Magistralnaya, 100%. It wasn't here for 2 days." Others mentioned seeing the bird in different parts of the city, including near the university and in the Dzhevyatovka district. The general consensus among the public was a plea for assistance, with many believing the stork might be unable to fly or in need of care before its migratory journey. The incident has sparked a local discussion about urban wildlife and the appropriate response when animals appear in unexpected city environments.
