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Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) @cms.int · 4h

Raptors are vital to healthy ecosystems, yet many are declining. 🦅

Attending #IUCNcongress? Join us to explore the ecological & socioeconomic importance of vultures and sooty falcons, and how coordinated action translates research and policy into practical conservation: www.cms.int/sites/defaul...

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Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) @cms.int · 1d

The CMS Secretariat is pleased to announce the launch of its newly redesigned and upgraded website! 💻

It's part of a broader upgrade of the 25 websites of the CMS Family, including those of regional Agreements, CMS MoUs, and Initiatives.

Check it out! Visit our new online home at www.cms.int

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Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) @cms.int · 2d

Urials are one of the few wild sheep species naturally inhabiting vast elevation ranges. 🐏🏔️

In Pakistan’s Torghar Mountains, community-managed trophy hunting programs have doubled local populations, showing how sustainable use supports conservation & local livelihoods: www.cms.int/sites/defaul...

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UN Environment Programme @unep.org · 4d

Did you know that there's a whole treaty dedicated to migratory animals, such as whales, birds, and butterflies?

The @cms.int is the only international convention specialising in the conservation and sustainable use of migratory animals and their habitats.

More info: www.cms.int/what-are-mig...

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Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) @cms.int · 5d

CMS is saddened by the passing of Jane Goodall, who transformed our understanding of great apes & the ecosystems we share. “Every individual matters, and every individual makes a difference – every single day,” she reminded us in an interview for #CMSCOP12 TRACKS magazine www.cms.int/sites/defaul...

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Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) @cms.int · 6d

🚨 JUST LAUNCHED: findings from major expert workshop on how climate change is affecting migratory species.

Elephant habitat gridlock, whales taking risky detours, Himalayan species pushed upslope, seagrass sinks under siege, shorebirds nesting later & more.

Download: www.cms.int/news/global-...

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Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) @cms.int · 7d

Africa’s Lions, Cheetahs, Leopards and African Wild Dogs are in decline. 🦁

The African Carnivores Initiative (ACI) unites partners to deliver conservation outcomes for these four predators. 🐆

Discover more: www.cms.int/legalinstrum...

🇫🇷 Regardez en français: www.youtube.com/watch?v=uEpy...

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Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) @cms.int · 9d

📰 New study: Drone footage measured 272 dugongs across 18 countries.

Larger populations were generally plumper; small, endangered groups were leaner.

Socioeconomics matter—wealthier areas & MPAs link to healthier dugongs and human pressure lowers condition.

More: dugong.cms.int/news/global-...

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Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) @cms.int · 13d

High Seas Treaty reached threshold to enter into force, opening new pathways to safeguard migratory species across 2/3s of the ocean.

CMS science, maps & guidance can help protect migratory routes and habitats, reduce bycatch, ship strikes, underwater noise & pollution: www.cms.int/news/high-se...

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Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) @cms.int · 14d

On #WorldGorillaDay, we celebrate these remarkable creatures, who are among our closest relatives on Earth! 🦍

Gorillas have been listed under CMS Appendix I since 1979. Range States created a legally binding instrument devoted to the conservation of gorillas and their habitats: www.cms.int/gorilla

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Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) @cms.int · 16d

Jaguars rely on connected habitats across the Americas. Facing habitat loss, fragmentation, and illegal killing & trade, protection needs cross border coordination. 🐆

Today in MX the CITES+CMS Jaguar Range States meeting unites governments & communities: www.biodiversidad.gob.mx/planeta/jagu...

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Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) @cms.int · 19d

🐬 AC29 has now concluded.

From 16-18 September 2025, Parties discussed pressing threats to small cetaceans. Outcomes such as Action Points and Recommendations will be posted soon to the AC29 web page. Stay tuned!

Learn more: www.ascobans.org/en/meeting/a...

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Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) @cms.int · 21d

At Indonesia reef manta feeding sites, waters hold ~20,000–449,000 plastic pieces/km². 🧴

Mantas may be ingesting up to 63 items/hour and up to 980 g per kg of plankton filtered. 🌊

On #WorldMantaDay, help raise awareness of threats these ocean giants face. Learn more: www.cms.int/en/publicati...

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Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) @cms.int · 21d

On Day 2 of CMS Energy Task Force's 8th meeting, participants will from move from dialogue to decisions, committed to ensuring nature-positive energy solutions keep migratory routes safe & habitats thriving.

ETF's brochure: www.cms.int/en/publicati...

Meeting details: www.cms.int/en/meeting/e...

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Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) @cms.int · 22d

Tomorrow the 2nd virtual meeting of ITTEA & EAAFP Task Forces on illegal taking of migratory birds will take place.

Agenda includes a gov & NGO case study from Philippines, a mistnets review, #CMSCOP15 prep, scoreboard and baseline updates, and much more.

More info: www.cms.int/en/meeting/2...

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Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) @cms.int · 22d

Today we open the 8th meeting of the CMS Energy Task Force (ETF). ⚡🐦

Created under CMS & AEWA and coordinated by @birdlifeglobal.bsky.social, ETF brings gov., industry & conservations together to align renewable energy growth with the needs of migratory species.

More: www.cms.int/en/meeting/e...

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Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) @cms.int · 23d

Wednesday 17 September is #WorldMantaDay!

Two manta species are listed under CMS. 📜

Manta rays face multiple threats, with overfishing & trade among the major pressures. 🌊

Learn more in the CMS factsheet on Human Impacts on Sharks and Rays (available in EN, SP & FR): www.cms.int/en/publicati...

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Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) @cms.int · 27d

Once found across the Eurasian steppe, Przewalski’s horses declined in the mid 1900s and the last native wild population disappeared after 1969. 🐎

Since the 90s, coordinated reintroductions in Mongolia, China, Kazakhstan & Ukraine have rebuilt small wild herds.

More: www.cms.int/sites/defaul...

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Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) @cms.int · 28d

The first State of the World’s Migratory Species report found 22% of 1,189 CMS-listed species are now threatened with extinction. 🐋🦅🐆

Key drivers are habitat loss/fragmentation, overexploitation & climate change.

Let's turn this around by backing evidence-based actions: www.cms.int/en/publicati...

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Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) @cms.int · Sep 8

30+ years after its last sighting, the slender-billed curlew will soon be declared extinct.

As one of its last witnesses, Simon Barnes urges better stewardship; while @numenini.bsky.social compels us to learn from the slender-billed curlew to prevent repeats.

More: observer.co.uk/news/science...

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Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) @cms.int · Sep 6

To mark International Vulture Awareness Day, André Botha, Chair of the Technical Advisory Group to the CMS Raptors MoU, shares solutions that are turning the tide and explains why these birds are the silent guardians of our ecosystems & our health. 🦅

🎧 Listen now: www.buzzsprout.com/2502210/epis...

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Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) @cms.int · Sep 5

Tomorrow is International Vulture Awareness Day. 🦅

Vultures are nature's cleanup crew and they keep ecosystems (and us) safe.

Over a dozen species are listed in CMS Appendix I and the vast majority are threatened.

Learn more on #VultureDay at www.vultureday.org

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Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) @cms.int · Sep 4

White-rumped Vultures once soared across South & Southeast Asia and were the most abundant large bird of prey. 🦅

Now, only small populations remain in northern Myanmar & Cambodia after catastrophic declines.

🗓️ Saturday, 6 September is International #VultureDay! Discover more at www.vultureday.org

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Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) @cms.int · Sep 3

This morning CMS was delighted to welcome representatives from People’s Republic of China to our HQ for a productive discussion on the conservation of migratory species & their habitats in the region. We look forward to continued dialogue in support of a shared vision for wildlife conservation. 🐦

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Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) @cms.int · Sep 2

New migratory maps from Poland reveal seasonal journeys of Europe’s largest wild ungulates: Moose & European Bison!

Maps will help guide conservation & sustainable infrastructure dev.

Read more: scienceinpoland.pl/en/news/news...
Maps & factsheets: www.cms.int/gium/resources/migration-atlas.html

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