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Migratory Birds

Migratory birds travel vast distances each year. They move between breeding and wintering grounds. These journeys are often influenced by seasonal changes. Many species rely on specific habitats along their routes. Conservation efforts are crucial for their survival. Habitat loss and climate change threaten their populations. Understanding their patterns helps protect these remarkable creatures. They play vital roles in ecosystems worldwide.

Extinction of the Slender-billed Curlew

The announcement on November 18, 2024, regarding the Slender-billed Curlew marks moment in conservation biology. This migratory shorebird, once found in western Siberia and the Mediterranean, is likely...

 November 19, 2024

Decline of Migratory Birds in Kashmir Wetland

The Hokersar wetland in Kashmir is facing an important decline in migratory bird populations. This Ramsar site has shrunk from 18.13 square kilometres in 1969 to 13.75 square...

 November 11, 2024

Migratory Birds and Conservation

Recent observations indicate an important influx of migratory birds at Point Calimere Wildlife and Bird Sanctuary, located in Nagapattinam district. Approximately 30,000 birds have been documented, marking this...

 October 29, 2024

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