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More than 7,500 of the most important sites for migratory raptors across Africa-Eurasia have been recognised by governments at a key international Raptors MOU meeting, with Important Bird Areas making a significant contribution to the list. It is a much needed and timely step as the meeting launches a ground-breaking BirdLife and Raptors MOU report highlighting the plight of African-Eurasian migratory raptor species, with more than a third being considered of global conservation concern and many more in decline.
Plastic pollution is an emerging threat to seabirds, and after tracking the movements of more than 7,000 petrels, a BirdLife led research team has identified several areas where species are most at risk of encountering plastic. Worryingly, they also found that some threatened species are more at risk of exposure, emphasising the need for international collaboration to address the issue.
Terns are an icon of migration, with many of these elegant seabirds journeying truly extraordinary distances every year. Discover more about this group and the adaptations that allow them to achieve these feats in the latest 'Through the lens' article.
The wetlands of Kampong Trach are one of Cambodia’s most important sites for wintering Sarus Cranes, however decades of agricultural encroachment and pollution have left it highly threatened. BirdLife partner NatureLife Cambodia have been working closely with farmers to turn things around in a project that has shown promising early results for this enigmatic species.
As winter comes to an end, the awakening of spring announces the return of seabirds to their bustling breeding grounds.
Following today’s showdown, the plenary vote on the 12th of July will determine the future of the Nature Restoration Law after the ENVI Committee first rejected the attempt by conservative and right-wing groups to kill the law but later remained split in half on its own position.
How a passion for the ocean and threatened wildlife in Cabo Verde grew into a successful NGO and one of BirdLife's newest partners.
The protection and management of forage fish species has been gaining prominence on the political agenda and for good reason. These low trophic level, small to medium-sized fish play a crucial role in marine food webs, serving as a lifeline for top marine predators and contributing to the overall health of marine ecosystems.
600 million people have no access to electricity in Sub Saharan Africa. As energy infrastructure, including renewable energy continues to be rolled out across the continent, the risk to biodiversity particularly birds increases. BirdLife International, the world’s largest Nature Conservation Partnership is addressing this challenge through various interventions, as Alex Ngari, BirdLife International’s Migratory Birds & Flyways Programme Manager for Africa, highlights:
EU countries, which will be in charge of implementing the Nature Restoration Law, come out in favour of the law and send a strong signal to the opposition in the European Parliament.
Albatrosses have long been a symbol of mystery and fortune in literature and culture. Ancient tales suggest that their presence brings luck to seafarers. While some legends and myths have faded from memory today, the reverence for these ocean wanderers still lives on. To celebrate World Albatross Day, we share some of the tales behind these incredible species.