New study underlines risk longline vessels pose to threatened albatrosses
New research highlights the staggering footprint of tuna fisheries, most of which operate at the most dangerous time for albatrosses, representing a major threat to these iconic seabirds. Albatrosses are awe-inspiring…
Early-nesting ducks at increased risk due to changes in climate, land use
According to a new study of ducks, nesting date is an important factor in determining winners and losers in the Prairie Pothole region. Read More “Early-nesting ducks at increased risk…
Will the early birds catch the worm? RSPB warns reports of birds nesting early could see our garden favourites at risk
Following increasing reports of unseasonably early nesting birds, the RSPB is urging members of the public to look out for nesting birds and give them a helping hand, as concerns…
Pheasants at risk on unfamiliar ground
Pheasants are most likely to be killed by predators on unfamiliar ground, new research shows. Most animals live within a certain area, known as their “home range,” and they know…
Bycatch risk for Wandering Albatrosses venturing to the Patagonian Shelf
As with many of the world’s albatross species, bycatch from fisheries is a major threat to Wandering Albatrosses. A new study led by BirdLife and the British Antarctic Survey, in…
Not just turkeys: Avian Flu poses unprecedented risk to wild birds, government told
As the current Avian Flu outbreak continues, many people are contemplating the prospect of a turkey-free Christmas. But what about the millions of wild birds at risk across the UK?…
Earth’s most unique birds at higher risk of extinction
A study of 99% of all living bird species says the most unique birds are also the most threatened. Read More “Earth’s most unique birds at higher risk of extinction”
World’s biggest Eleonora’s Falcon colony at risk from new wind farms
Experts from 13 countries declare their concern on the planned installation of wind farms in one of the world’s biggest colonies of the Eleonora’s Falcon. In a joint letter, made…
Ukrainians Risk Lives To Save Cats, Goats, And A Dog Named Crimea
Dogs, cats, and even goats have been evacuated from combat zones in Ukraine, including a dog called Crimea that was the sole survivor of a Russian missile attack on a…
Why People Risk Their Lives To Harvest A $2700 Bird Nest Made of Saliva | Risky Business
Harvesters in the Philippines scale massive cliffs to collect swiftlet nests, the main ingredient in bird’s nest soup. We followed a group of the harvesters, known as busyadors, to see…