Important notice: Foot-and-Mouth disease (αφθώδης πυρετός) may lead to temporary restrictions or closures at birding sites, including Akrotiri Marsh & areas near livestock (Achna, Agia Varvara, etc.)
Please respect closures, follow authorities’ instructions & act responsibly.
🚨 Landmark win for nature! 🦭⚖️
Cyprus’ Admin Court has halted port works in Pentakomo, the 1st ever suspension based solely on environmental grounds. A huge step for the endangered Monk Seal & environmental justice! 💚
Donate & support the legal fight: www.givengain.com/campaign/pentakomo
⚠️🦭Destructive port works in Pentakomo threaten the habitat of the Mediterranean Monk Seal!
We are not standing idly by. We are taking this to court. Learn more and support our legal battle to save nature: givengain.com/campaign/pen...
Grab your binoculars, head to the coast, and let the magic of #bird #migration inspire you. And if you’re ready to take your passion to the next level, join our field trips, book a #birdtour or sign up for our Bird ID course, and become part of a community dedicated to protecting Cyprus’ birds.
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🚨 BREAKING: Turtle-dove hunting season reopens!
The EU Commission just gave the green light for EU countries to resume the hunt for European Turtle-doves, ending a 3-year pause.
This is reckless, short-sighted and will take this bird back to the brink.
More info: www.birdlife.org/news/2025/04...
We’re excited to share our new collaboration with BUFF®! Featuring beloved birds like the Swallow, Hoopoe, Redstart, Kingfisher & more. Plus, UPF 50 sun protection, Ultrastretch, & multifunctional!
Get yours: shop.birdlifecyprus.org/product/buff...
🆘 620,000 birds trapped & killed in Cyprus last autumn.
Trapping levels rose 76% in the Republic of Cyprus, but dropped 22% in the British Bases due to strict enforcement. Action is needed NOW in the Republic to stop this mass killing.
📌 Read more: bit.ly/3Ddt0B1
📣 New publication: Birdwatching in Cyprus: Where to go and what to look out for
Featuring 10+6 #birdwatching locations across the island & the species one might see there, as well as a comprehensive checklist of the #birds of Cyprus.
Available for sale: shop.birdlifecyprus.org/en/product/b...
☠️Lead is toxic at EVERY level.☢️
Yet, 44,000 tonnes are dumped into the EU's environment each year from hunting, shooting, & fishing - poisoning both people and nature, especially #birds.
We need to stop this madness.
We need to #BanLeadNow.
Sign our petition 👉 banleadnow.com/get-involved/
