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Phobjikha Valley mountain view

This Himalayan valley is home to a thriving community and population of cranes. But actions close to home and around the world threaten the landscape. Luckily, our Partner in Bhutan is there to make a positive change.

Read articleA Himalayan Haven for the Black-necked Crane

A new report by BirdLife Europe & Central Asia reveals that EU countries are not on track to hit the EU’s targets to halt the degradation of ecosystems and their restoration by 2030. The EU set this goal nearly five years ago, in its “EU Biodiversity Strategy for 2030” - a core part of the EU’s Green Deal.

Read articleNew report: EU falling short on 2030 biodiversity goals

The African Penguin has been officially uplisted from Endangered to Critically Endangered on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List, highlighting the species’ severe risk of extinction. With a staggering 97% of its population already lost, the bird could vanish from the wild in fewer than 4,000 days unless urgent conservation efforts are made.

Read articleAfrican Penguin on the Brink of Extinction

A coalition of nature groups from across the UK and European Union have voiced their outrage at the European Commission’s call for an arbitration tribunal to rule on the legality of the UK’s decision to close English waters of the North Sea and all Scottish waters to sandeel fishing.

Read articlePress Release: Nature groups condemn EU Commission’s request for arbitration tribunal over UK closure of sandeel fishing  

Slender-billed Curlew, a migratory shorebird that once bred in western Siberia and wintered around the Mediterranean is now extinct according to scientists. This is the first known global bird extinction from mainland Europe, North Africa and West Asia.

Read articleNew publication indicates devastating extinction of the Slender-Billed Curlew

Centre-right EPP group significantly waters down EU Deforestation Regulation

Read articlePress Release: EU guts and delays forest protection law - area the size of Moscow at risk of destruction  

Wildfires, floods, and severe storms are no longer rare—they’re regular reminders of how climate change is impacting every corner of the planet. With COP29 kicking off in Baku, Azerbaijan, BirdLife International is urging global leaders to act on this opportunity to address the climate crisis in a way that supports both people and nature.

Read articleWhy COP29 is a Critical Moment for Climate and Nature

Xavi Bou's collection of innovative photos depicting birds in flight is a beautiful and revealing study on the nature of flight itself.

Read articleBook review: Ornithographies by Xavi Bou 

Eswatini is home to five species of vultures, all of which are classified as Endangered or Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List.

Read articleEswatini Takes Bold Step to Combat Lead Poisoning in Vultures

Despite the positive “buzz” and numerous calls to action governments did not come to Cali ready to move at the pace and ambition needed. The outcomes may be underwhelming, but it is not too late. At BirdLife, we remain dedicated to delivering outcomes for nature, climate and people.

Read articleBiodiversity Conference in Colombia suspended after two landmark achievements

Over 3700 people representing 85 countries united to send a message of hope to the delegates at Biodiversity COP16. Their words were a crucial reminder to delegates during the negotiations and inspired us all to keep fighting for nature.

Read articleThousands of people united in hope and commitment to urge action at Biodiversity COP16

Vera Voronova, Executive Director of ACBK, has been awarded the 2024 Midori Prize for Biodiversity for her outstanding contributions to conservation in Kazakhstan, celebrated by Princess Takamado and the global BirdLife community.

Read articleLeading with Vision: Vera Voronova Honoured with MIDORI Prize
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