Tue, 21 Feb 2012 21:48:02 +0000

Videos provide new information on Mao

A new research project is seeking to gather ecological information on the factors that have led to the Mao’s current decline. Leading this research, Rebecca Stirnemann tells BirdLife of some recent video footage that provides new information on species...

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 13:30:15 +0000

Waterbird Watching during World Wetlands Day in Botswana

BirdLife Botswana celebrated World Wetlands Day 2012 with a group of young school children at the Gaborone Game Reserve.

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 16:02:52 +0000

New study casts doubt on climate credentials and sustainability of US wood in meeting Europe’s demand for energy biomass

A major increase in imports of wood fuel to Europe from the US could do more harm than good for our environment, a new report has revealed. Burning wood pellets – or biomass – in European power stations is playing an increasing part in the efforts to reach the EU renewable energy target.

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 09:53:58 +0000

LPO/BirdLife in France celebrates its 100 year anniversary in the National Museum of Natural History (Paris)

Directors of the main French biodiversity NGOs, companies supporting biodiversity, French MEPs, MPs and local politicians joined LPO in blowing out the its 100 candles on January 26. This event is the start of a long series of celebrations and meetings around LPO’s anniversary that will happen in 2012 throughout France.

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 00:11:17 +0000

Avian matchmaking on Valentine’s Day

Two staff from the BirdLife Fiji Programme and the Pacific Secretariat gave up any amorous intentions of their own on Valentine’s Day to try a little avian matchmaking...

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 03:59:04 +0000

Cook Islanders decide next steps for their IBAs

The pacific islands of Mauke and Mangaia have been identfied as Important Bird Areas and Key Biodiversity Areas by Te Ipukarea Society (BirdLife in the Cook Islands) and BirdLife International. Programme Manager Jacqui Evans recently travelled to the two islands to raise awareness in the community about the importance to the world of their unique and threatened species...

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 14:19:20 +0000

Registration and Abstract Submission for the 2012 North American Ornithological Conference

The fifth North American Ornithological Conference will take place this August at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada.

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 14:33:14 +0000

Birdlife Europe’s key recommendations for a successful Danish Presidency

As Denmark has taken over the Presidency of the EU, BirdLife Europe, together with DOF/ BirdLife in Denmark, has produced a new issue of its bi-annual publication “Greening Europe”, highlighting BirdLife Europe’s EU policy priorities for the upcoming six months, and providing Denmark with ‘five keys to a successful Presidency’.

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 09:48:51 +0000

Emergency conservation work pays off: Zino’s Petrel bounces back!

Zino’s Petrel was Europe’s rarest seabird even before a ravaging wild fire hit the heart of Madeira’s central massif, where this globally endangered bird breeds.

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 09:16:05 +0000

Support the protection of Ulcinj Salina, Montenegro: sign the petition!

Ulcinj Salina is an important Important Bird Area (IBA) on the Adriatic flyway in Montenegro. The whole area belongs to a private salt company of which its owner now announced plans to convert 15 km2 of basins from salt production into a touristic development complex with hotels and golf terrains. Contrary to the expectations, the Government of Montenegro has given its approval for implementing this plan.