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As the UN Biodiversity Conference in Colombia enters its final days of negotiations, new IUCN Red List update reclassifies 16 shorebird species to higher threat categories.

Read articlePress Release: New report reveals plummeting migratory shorebird populations globally

Global Bird Weekend hit an amazing milestone – with a new world record set of 7,800 bird species seen by participants around the world in a 24-hour‑period.

Read articleA Record-Breaking Global Bird Weekend

A newly published study highlights the achievements of BirdLife’s Seabird Tracking Database – a monumental database of seabird movements and a beacon of collaborative efforts.

Read articleCelebrating 20 years of marine conservation collaboration and success through the BirdLife Seabird Tracking Database

What would it take to restore hope that the UN Biodiversity Conference (COP16) can achieve real action to save nature and people worldwide? Here are our 5 measures of success.

Read article5 measures of success for Biodiversity COP16

In our joint briefing paper called Smart Implementation of the European Green Deal, we highlight the critical need for effective enforcement of environmental, health, and social regulations.

Read articleBriefing: Smart Implementation of the European Green Deal

COP16, taking place 21 October – 1 November 2024, is a landmark event in the global fight to halt biodiversity loss. This event is not just about policy—it's about securing a future where nature thrives, and the BirdLife Partnership impact is central to achieving ambitious global goals.

Read articleUnited for Nature: BirdLife’s Global Impact in the Fight for Biodiversity

It is with heavy hearts that we honor and say goodbye to Dr. Souleymane Zeba, who passed away on October 13 2024.

Read articleA Tribute to Dr. Souleymane Zeba

Striking red eyes, vibrant plumage, impressive diving ability and a deep love for wetlands: these are only some of the many distinctive features of this month’s migratory bird, the Common Pochard. As they navigate the challenges of migration across Africa, Europe, and Asia, this species also faces threats from habitat loss, hunting, and pollution. However, with the dedicated efforts of BirdLife Partners, this beloved duck has a chance to thrive once more

Read articleCommon Pochard (Aythya ferina) 

Europe's food and farming systems stand at a crossroads, facing mounting challenges from environmental degradation to geopolitical turmoil. The Strategic Dialogue, initiated by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen brought together key players from across the sector to create a shared vision for the future of Europe’s food and farming systems. This initiative emerged in the wake of mounting pressures such as the recent farmers' protests, the ongoing war in Ukraine, and the ever increasing impacts of the nature and climate crises.

Read articleA new path for EU agriculture

Our precious birds carry on the legacy of the Jurassic era. Their evolution was not straightforward; many traits evolved repeatedly, with some lost and regained. The timeline is strongly debated, but each adaptation brought us one step closer to the modern birds of today.

Read articleEvolution of Birds: Think dinosaurs are extinct? Think again!  

Watch the latest interview in our BirdLife Partnership series as we uncover what inspires Richard Appoh, Director of Conservation and Research for Ghana Wildlife Society, to lead conservation work and what gives him hope for the future!

Read articleExclusive interview with Richard Appoh, Director of Conservation and Research for Ghana Wildlife Society

Over the past weekend, over 24,000 bird enthusiasts joined EuroBirdwatch 2024, Europe's largest birdwatching event. Organised by 36 BirdLife Partners across Europe and Central Asia, nearly 1,000 events were held, giving participants a front-row seat to witness the migration of more than 3.5 million birds heading south for the winter. A preliminary report from 29 BirdLife Partners revealed impressive figures: 984 events, 24,614 participants, and over 3.57 million birds spotted. The data was collected, analysed, and published by BirdLife Slovakia.

Read articleEuroBirdwatch 2024: birdwatchers unite for nature once again
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