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Spotted by BirdLife in Thailand: an exciting new project that aims to turn around the declines of one of the world’s rarest – and most intriguing – shorebirds

Read articleSpotted Greenshank: on the upturn
Far Eastern Curlews © Getbol World Heritage Promotion Team

Many birds – particularly shorebirds – depend on coastal wetlands during migration, but these essential habitats face a panoply of threats that BirdLife International is determined to address.

Read articleHow we’re saving wader wonderlands from destruction across the world

Mudflats drained, mangroves cut down… unless we act fast, some of Southeast Asia’s most vital shorebird havens could soon be lost forever. A new BirdLife study sheds light on key sites that had fallen through the knowledge gaps.

Read articleThe overlooked Southeast Asian wetlands in need of urgent action

It has been six months since we launched our appeal to stop the illegal killing of birds. From landmark hunting bans to vulture rehabilitation, here’s an update on what those donations have helped us to achieve so far around the world.

Read articleHere’s how your support has helped us tackle illegal bird killing
Spoon-billed Sandpipers feeding at coastal wetland © Kajornyot Wildlife Photography

Today, BirdLife announced an ambitious new collaboration with the Asian Development Bank and the East Asian-Australasian Flyway Partnership to protect wetlands along one of the world’s major bird migration routes.

Read article$3 billion wetland conservation project launched for birds, nature & people

In my previous article, I wrote about the Black Kite being a clever hawk. This time, I would like to show you the humorous side of birds of prey, which are more commonly known for their expert hunting abilities.

Read articleAmusing Birds of Prey

Balu Perumal – Head of Conservation for Malaysian Nature Society (MNS, BirdLife in Malaysia) – passed away peacefully on 6 August 2021 as a result of COVID-related complications.

Read articleGoodbye to a Conservation Hero – Balu Perumal, Malaysian Nature Society

New research reveals that the majority of Singapore’s growing community of pet parrot owners prefer captive-bred birds, and are concerned about the impact of the illegal wild parrot trade. If armed with knowledge, these groups have the potential to become champions for parrot conservation.

Read article70% of Singapore parrot owners disapprove of wild parrot poaching

Indigenous Peoples know their lands better than anyone, and nothing can replace their expertise in forest conservation. That’s why BirdLife and Partners are providing technical training and support for Indigenous Peoples, so that they can manage and protect their local forests for generations to come.

Read articleEmpowering Indigenous Peoples to manage and protect their local forests

100,000 migrating Amur Falcons pass through Nagaland every year. Even as the world grapples with COVID-19, two villages in India are holding strongly to their commitment to protect the birds and nature around them.

Read articleMeet the Indian villages battling adversity to protect migratory birds

Join us for a bite-sized round-up of advances published in our journal Bird Conservation International. Highlights include the complexities of reintroducing hornbills to the wild, the truly devastating scale of European Turtle-dove hunting, and a newly-identified Spoon-billed Sandpiper moulting site.

Read articleLatest research: Hornbills sent to school, turtle-dove hunting exposed

Once found across South Asia, the Indian Skimmer is now restricted to a few key sites across India and Bangladesh – hence its recent classification as Endangered. Now, new evidence that the bird travels across borders indicates we’re only skimming the surface of what needs to be done…

Read articleRed List update: a glimmer of hope for the Indian Skimmer
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