After being freed, the Black-crowned Night Heron strides confidently back into the mangroves at the Songor wetlands.  © Alfred Vanderpuye of LV Studios
Waterbirds are among the most fascinating and vulnerable travelers on Earth. Every year, species like the Black-crowned Night Heron (Nycticorax nycticorax) migrate thousands of kilometers along the East Atlantic Flyway
A flock of Red Knots in graceful formation over the shoreline, showcasing their long-distance migratory prowess.
As the world rushes towards 2030, migratory birds are sending a signal, one shaped by shifting seasons, disappearing wetlands, and accelerating climate pressure.
Flock of birds in blue sky
As the climate crisis worsens and global ecosystems face incredible pressure from human activities, migratory birds are telling us an important story: that nature is changing fast and that it is at risk.