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BirdLife Malta @birdlifemalta.bsky.social · 2d

Watch the impactful interviews that shed light on the ongoing issue of illegal bird #hunting in Malta.

Timely and much-needed coverage by Times of Malta.

timesofmalta.com/article/watc...

Watch: The retired policeman guarding Malta's birds of prey

‘If things are going to change here in Malta, it’s got to come from the EU’

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BirdLife Malta @birdlifemalta.bsky.social · 3d

We’re proud that our #RestoreNature campaign won the 2025 SER Europe Communications Award, proof of what we can achieve together. But here in Malta, proposed planning Bills 143 & 144 risk undoing vital safeguards for nature & democracy. Let’s turn Europe’s Nature Restoration Law into action at home.

BirdLife Europe & Central Asia @birdlifeeurope.bsky.social · 4d

🎉We are delighted to announce we won the 2025 Communications Award from the Society for Ecological Restoration (SER) Europe, recognising the power of our #RestoreNature campaign.

Together, we can make a change. 💚

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BirdLife Malta @birdlifemalta.bsky.social · 4d

Thank you to everyone who joined us in Valletta yesterday. Together we sent a clear message: we won’t stand by as greed destroys our country. If the Government persists with these laws, we’ll return to the streets. Withdraw them now! ✊🌿 #ĠustizzjaGħalArtna #NationalProtest #BirdLifeMalta

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BirdLife Malta @birdlifemalta.bsky.social · 6d

LIFE PanPuffinus! teams in Portugal & France spoke to their policy makers about the role decision makers have in helping to tackling #seabird bycatch. They highlighted how change can only be brought about through policy based on science & collaboration: youtu.be/kf8-cWeu470
@lpofrance.bsky.social

Seabird bycatch: How policy and collaboration drive change

Seabirds are vital to our marine ecosystems - but bycatch remains a serious threat. In this video, José Manuel Marques (Director of Marine Environment and Sustainability Services at DGRM, Portugal),…

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BirdLife Malta @birdlifemalta.bsky.social · 6d

We join @birdlifeglobal.bsky.social in paying tribute to Dame Jane Goodall, a conservation legend.

Her life’s work inspires us to protect biodiversity everywhere, including in Malta, where the fight for stronger environmental rights is more urgent than ever.

#RightToEnvironment #BirdLifeMalta

In tribute to Dame Jane Goodall, a conservation legend

Today, we pay tribute to conservation hero Dame Jane Goodall (1934-2025).

www.birdlife.org

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BirdLife Malta @birdlifemalta.bsky.social · 8d

Over 45 organisations including #BirdLifeMalta are uniting this Saturday to resist the Government’s destructive planning “reform”. Join the national protest for our environment, heritage & future!
📍 Law Courts Valletta
🕙 Saturday 4 October 10am
#ĠustizzjaGħalArtna

Organisations highlight disastrous consequences of Government’s planning “reform” ahead of Saturday’s national protest | BirdLife Malta

National protest on Saturday against Government’s planning “reform” threatening Malta’s environment, heritage, and quality of life. Join the protest!

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BirdLife Malta @birdlifemalta.bsky.social · 17d

So proud to see May’s journey featured by our partner @birdlifeglobal.bsky.social! 🕊️🌍

This Turtle-dove was one of the lucky few to escape Malta’s open hunting season.

🔗 Check it out:
1st www.facebook.com/reel/5981258...
2nd www.facebook.com/reel/1537887...
3rd www.facebook.com/reel/9521867...

BirdLife International @birdlifeglobal.bsky.social · 17d

An epic 3,300km migration!👏🕊️

Our Partner @birdlifemalta.bsky.social tracked a full migration cycle of a Turtle-dove named May, from Malta to Timbuktu, as part of the EU-funded Habitrack project.🗺

Find out more here 👉 birdlifemalta.org/2025/06/turt... @birdlifeeurope.bsky.social

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BirdLife Malta @birdlifemalta.bsky.social · 17d

Once a dumping site, the area now includes restored habitats, a pond, walking paths, seating, and information panels. Opening this autumn with free daily access! 👉 Read more: birdlifemalta.org/2025/08/sima...

Simar buffer zone restored to protect nature and people | BirdLife Malta

Discover the new buffer zone at Simar Nature Reserve, restored with habitats, trees and pathways, opening free to the public this autumn.

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BirdLife Malta @birdlifemalta.bsky.social · 17d

The other article on the second page highlights the restoration of the buffer zone at Simar Nature Reserve. Through the EU-backed Community Greening Grant Scheme, BirdLife Malta is transforming 3,200m² of degraded land into a thriving natural space.

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BirdLife Malta @birdlifemalta.bsky.social · 17d

Today in the Sunday newspaper il-Mument we look at the spectacular September raptor migration from the Western Marsh-harrier & the soaring European Honey-buzzard to the powerful Peregrine Falcon. Discover why Buskett is one of Malta's best places to witness these birds of prey on their journey south

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BirdLife Malta @birdlifemalta.bsky.social · 17d

There is no need for further studies to determine whether spring #hunting is sustainable. Every #bird shot in spring is one less bird able to breed and raise young. The impact is even more serious for species already in steep decline and listed as #Vulnerable by the #IUCN. tvmnews.mt/news/il-kacc...

'Il-kaċċa fir-rebbiegħa mhix sostenibbli' – BirdLife Malta

BirdLife Malta xejnet għalkollox l-istudju ppubblikat fil-ġimgħat li għaddew mill-Federazzjoni Kaċċaturi Nassaba Konservazzjonisti, l-FKNK li

tvmnews.mt

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BirdLife Malta @birdlifemalta.bsky.social · 21d

A hotel in Mellieħa’s Natura 2000 site?

BirdLife Malta objects to the Festaval Hotel redevelopment

🌳 Threat to Foresta2000 reserve
📉 More hotel beds Malta doesn’t need
🌿 Loss of tranquillity & education value

#RestoreNature instead.

Case officer recommends refusal of rebuilding Mellieħa hotel ruins

The Planning Authority’s case officer has recommended the refusal of Mizzi Estates’ plans to redevelop the derelict Festaval Hotel in Mellieħa, citing a lack of crucial traffic and environmental…

www.maltatoday.com.mt

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BirdLife Malta @birdlifemalta.bsky.social · 22d

Last Sunday the first of 2 special features with BirdLife Malta was aired on L’Arca di Noè on Canale 5!
Tune in for the 2nd part this Sunday at 1.30pm, right after the 1pm TG5 news.
You can register with your email address & watch the 1st part here 👉 mediasetinfinity.mediaset.it/video/larcad...

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BirdLife Malta @birdlifemalta.bsky.social · 24d

Malta: Hunting rarely stops

#Hunting in #Malta is almost year-round, with guns silent only in Feb-Mar. Overlapping land, sea & #trapping seasons make the island a deadly barrier on the African-Eurasian flyway. Migratory #birds pay the price.

Read more: www.independent.com.mt/articles/202...

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BirdLife Malta @birdlifemalta.bsky.social · 27d

🌍✍️ Nearly 200,000 messages sent to the EU in just 10 days: hands off our environmental laws. Citizens won’t let profit come before people + planet.

#HandsOffNature
See what we are fighting for👉 handsoffnature.eu/the-campaign/

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BirdLife Malta @birdlifemalta.bsky.social · 28d

"We should not be celebrating Hugo's survival as if it were an extraordinary achievement. We should be demanding that it becomes the norm." - The Malta Independent editorial.

TMID Editorial: Malta’s troubling relationship with protected species - The Malta Independent

Malta recently witnessed what has been described as a conservation

www.independent.com.mt

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BirdLife Malta @birdlifemalta.bsky.social · Sep 8

🚨 Only 2 days left to tell decision-makers: #HandsOffNature. Join over 150,000 citizens defending EU nature laws!

If you are against the weakening of EU nature laws, now is the moment to speak up.

Your voice matters. Use it now 👉 birdlifemalta.org/handsoffnatu...

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BirdLife International @birdlifeglobal.bsky.social · Sep 6

Did you know a group of vultures in flight is called a “kettle?”🦅

Today is #InternationalVultureAwarenessDay!

Vultures have suffered severe population declines from the poisoning of carcasses. We need ongoing efforts to conserve the 23 vulture species.

Read more👉 www.birdlife.org/protecting-t...

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BirdLife Malta @birdlifemalta.bsky.social · Sep 3

Rare visitor! 🦅 Hugo, an endangered Egyptian Vulture, safely left Malta after 3 days of close monitoring by BirdLife Malta in collaboration with the Italian association CERM, Malta Ranger Unit, volunteers & the EPU police - a conservation success against the odds.
birdlifemalta.org/2025/09/egyp...

Egyptian Vulture Hugo safely leaves Malta after three days of constant monitoring | BirdLife Malta

Egyptian Vulture Hugo safely leaves Malta after close monitoring, highlighting efforts to protect one of Europe’s most endangered raptors.

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BirdLife Malta @birdlifemalta.bsky.social · Sep 1

Don’t let the EU tear down nature protection ❌

The European Commission is quietly trying to dismantle the laws that safeguard what we cherish most: our nature.

They think we wouldn’t notice or care. But we do.

Tell them to keep their #HandsOffNature 👉 birdlifemalta.org/handsoffnatu...

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BirdLife Malta @birdlifemalta.bsky.social · Aug 28

Honoured to receive the Environmental Stewardship Award at the ERA Awards 2025 🏆🌿 Recognising the Salina Wetland Restoration, now a thriving ecosystem for nature & people 🐦💧

BirdLife Malta honoured with Environmental Stewardship Award for Salina wetland restoration | BirdLife Malta

BirdLife Malta wins national award for Salina wetland restoration, recognising its lasting impact on nature conservation and community engagement.

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BirdLife Malta @birdlifemalta.bsky.social · Aug 26

🚨 The FKNK “Sustainability Index” is bogus! Spring hunting isn’t sustainable: fewer than 8% of hunters declare catches. This unscientific tool hides EU warnings & illegal practices. Real conservation = science, not lobbying.

👉 birdlifemalta.org/2025/08/the-...

#StopSpringHunting #ProtectWildBirds

The FKNK “sustainability index” is bogus | BirdLife Malta

BirdLife Malta exposes FKNK sustainability index as unscientific, misleading and harmful to Turtle-dove and Quail conservation efforts.

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BirdLife Malta @birdlifemalta.bsky.social · Aug 21

Interested in web development, data & nature conservation? Join us as IT Conservation Assistant & help shape BirdLife Malta’s digital transformation. From bird-cams to digital platforms & fieldwork, gain hands-on IT experience while making impact where tech meets nature birdlifemalta.org/about/jobs/

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BirdLife Malta @birdlifemalta.bsky.social · Aug 19

BirdLife Malta, in partnership with Project Green, is transforming the 3,200 m² buffer zone at Simar Nature Reserve into a vibrant, public-facing habitat. The site will open free to the public this autumn. Read more and dive into the details ⬇ birdlifemalta.org/2025/08/sima...

Simar buffer zone restored to protect nature and people | BirdLife Malta

Discover the new buffer zone at Simar Nature Reserve, restored with habitats, trees and pathways, opening free to the public this autumn.

birdlifemalta.org

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BirdLife Malta @birdlifemalta.bsky.social · Aug 18

It's 1 year anniversary for the EU Nature Restoration Law, which entered into force on 18 August 2024 🎉💚

Now, EU countries are preparing national plans to #RestoreNature so we can have more incredible restoration projects in Europe!

🔑 Ambitious & sound restoration plans = key to success!

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