One in nine migratory birds threatened with extinction, global report says
A new global report indicates that one in nine migratory bird species is threatened with extinction, with 45% of species in decline. The findings were released at the Global Flyways summit in Nairobi, where new conservation commitments were made.
Why it matters
The decline of migratory birds serves as a critical indicator of global environmental health and the impact of human activity on biodiversity.
Arctic terns on the Isle of May, Scotland. The report also highlights how conservation action, often across national boundaries, is reviving some species. Arctic terns on the Isle of May, Scotland. The report also highlights how conservation action, often across national boundaries, is reviving some species. Birds One in nine migratory birds threatened with extinction, global report says Findings on decline of species such as Arctic tern and turtle dove published alongside flyways pledge at Kenya summit
Prefer the Guardian on Google One in nine migratory birds are threatened with extinction and 45% of migratory species such as cuckoos, turtle doves and Arctic terns are in decline, according to a global report.
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