Birds that Vladimir Putin tried to save have 'almost disappeared' due to illegal shooting.
Hero crane operator died preventing heavy load falling on cars and pedestrians, while floating restaurant with 120 on board cut loose its moorings in Ob River.
One-year-old bird has become a minor celebrity and attracts hundreds of visitors a week and even has its own Facebook page.
Four killed in nightmare accident in Omsk.
Officials in Nepal and India are alleging birds migrating from Siberia are responsible for cases of bird flu in domestic fowl.
The Russian president took part in the 'Flight of Hope', giving a flying lesson to young white cranes ahead of their epic 5,000 km migration.
Crane driver hits high voltage cable and dies on the spot.