BirdLife Malta

BirdLife Malta ’s LIFE PanPuffinus! project is proud to launch Malta’s permanent #seabird conservation exhibition in collaboration with Il-Majjistral Nature and History Park 🐦 At the launch event, we welcomed the St. Paul’s Bay and Msida Scouts Groups, where they enjoyed a talk on the LIFE PanPuffinus! project, tested their knowledge with a quiz on Maltese seabirds, and competed in a fun board game competition. 🎉 The participants received project mugs, comic books, and board games as gifts! 🎁 The interactive experience allows visitor centre attendees to explore unique wildlife while highlighting the urgent need to protect Malta’s natural environment as a seabird breeding area. 🌿 The Majjistral Nature and History Park welcomes you to explore the exhibition: Safeguarding Seabirds in the Mediterranean Sea, open Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 15:00, and the park’s trails are open 24/7 for your enjoyment! 📽️ Footage and editing by Yusuf Gamal

🔴 The European Court of Justice sentence officially declares past finch trapping seasons used for research as illegal! 🔴 Read our reaction here 👉 https://bit.ly/4e7kIYt

In an opinion piece published today by our Head of Conservation Nicholas Barbara on Euractiv , we set the record straight on what a definitive sentence condemning finch trapping could spell for Malta's biodiversity. The piece was published in response to an opinion piece issued last week by Malta's hunting federation defending Malta's research derogation on finch trapping. A final verdict by the European court of justice is expected tomorrow. https://lnkd.in/dP2r6DWe

The front cover of Il-Ħuttafa 183 (Jul–Aug 2024) – which has just been mailed out to our young members – features a young Dusky Grouper, pic by editor Victor Falzon. The editorial deals with loud fireworks and the stress they cause nature. Local news features this summer's bumper turtle breeding (also the topic on the Bank of Valletta plc page), while on the international front it's good news for a wild US river. Being the summer issue, features about the sea are not lacking, with a page devoted to marine crabs, a new programme about sea life from Heritage Malta, and a spread of a stunning Bull Ray (pic by Desiree Falzon). Thais Amaral, from the Malta National Aquarium Complex, writes about sea-urchins, while Desirée Falzon explains why seas are salty. Young birderwatcher Tommy Gatt tells us his birding experiences, while student Carly Bonnici records a day in the life of a Rock-centaury. There's also history-making news from a Dinja Waħda Garden, a fight between geckoes, a fact file about the Broad Scarlet dragonfly, and an ERA feature about birds as pollinators. Plus 10 more birds from the Malta Bird Checklist, a colour-in pic and junior art gallery. In publication since 1994, Il-Ħuttafa is a bi-monthly nature magazine that is mailed to all Junior and Family members of BirdLife Malta, and to over 2,000 primary school students. 👉 You can find out more about the magazine and have a look at past issues here: bit.ly/Il-Ħuttafa ✍️ To start receiving it, become a member here: bit.ly/JoinKlabbĦuttaf

Autumn bird #migration is in full swing! 🌍✨ After completing their nesting period, many European birds are embarking on an incredible journey to Africa, escaping the colder, shorter days in Europe. 🏞️ #Buskett Forest plays a key role in this migration. As a protected bird sanctuary, it's a safe resting spot for birds of prey. After crossing from Sicily during the day, these majestic creatures stop to rest in Buskett's trees, ready to continue their journey to North Africa the next morning. But after traveling thousands of kilometers from northern Europe and crossing the Mediterranean, their journey is sometimes tragically cut short by illegal #hunting. 😔 👉 For more detailed info (including the list of bird sanctuaries and protected beaches) about this year's autumn hunting season visit our website from where you can also download a guidance sheet (in 🇬🇧 and 🇲🇹) with details about what is permitted or illegal during the hunting season: http://bit.ly/BLMhunting. 🔍 Have you witnessed illegal hunting? Report it here 📞 79255697 📷 BirdLife Malta

Autumn bird #migration is in full swing! 🌍✨ After completing their nesting period, many European birds are embarking on an incredible journey to Africa, escaping the colder, shorter days in Europe. 🏞️ #Buskett Forest plays a key role in this migration. As a protected bird sanctuary, it's a safe resting spot for birds of prey. After crossing from Sicily during the day, these majestic creatures stop to rest in Buskett's trees, ready to continue their journey to North Africa the next morning. But after traveling thousands of kilometers from northern Europe and crossing the Mediterranean, their journey is sometimes tragically cut short by illegal #hunting. 😔 👉 For more detailed info (including the list of bird sanctuaries and protected beaches) about this year's autumn hunting season visit our website from where you can also download a guidance sheet (in 🇬🇧 and 🇲🇹) with details about what is permitted or illegal during the hunting season: http://bit.ly/BLMhunting. 🔍 Have you witnessed illegal hunting? Report it here 📞 79255697 📷 BirdLife Malta

Have you spotted any migrating birds lately? Autumn is in full swing, and the peak of the migration from Europe to Africa is just around the corner! 🍂🦅 As you enjoy the #birdwatching season, remember that #hunting season is now open from September 1st to January 31st. 🏹🚫 🔍 Save this post for essential info on the hunting season and keep an eye out for any illegal activities. If you notice anything suspicious, don’t hesitate to call our 24/7 emergency number: 📞 79255697 👉 For more detailed info (including the list of bird sanctuaries and protected beaches) about this year's autumn hunting season visit our website from where you can also download a guidance sheet (in 🇬🇧 and 🇲🇹) with details about what is permitted or illegal during the hunting season: http://bit.ly/BLMhunting. 🛑 Note that Majjistral’s hunting hours are👉 During Sept to Nov = up until 12:30, except for Wednesdays and public holidays where hunting is allowed up until 10:00. And during December = up until 10:00 every day. Let's protect our feathered friends! 🌟 MaltaToday Newsbook Malta Times of Malta Lovin Malta The Shift News The Malta Independent

🇲🇹 BirdLife Malta tħabbar it-tluq tas-Sur Nathaniel Attard, li serva bħala Maniġer tal-Komunikazzjoni għal aktar minn tmien snin. Matul dan il-perjodu, Nathaniel kellu rwol kruċjali biex BirdLife Malta issir magħrufa aktar u b’mod effettiv ippromwova x-xogħol u l-missjoni tal-organizzazzjoni. BirdLife Malta tirringrazzja lil Nathaniel għall-impenn u d-dedikazzjoni tiegħu u tawguralu suċċess fil-karriera tiegħu. Fid-dawl ta’ din il-bidla, BirdLife Malta ristrutturat l-operat tagħha biex tinteraġixxi aktar mal-komunità u mal-pubbliku. L-organizazzjoni waqqfet dipartiment ġdid għall-Interazzjoni mal-Pubbliku u hija kuntenta tilqa’ lill-ġurnalista rinomata s-Sa Antonia Micallef bħala l-Uffiċjal Eżekuttiv għall-Interazzjoni mal-Pubbliku. Antonia se ġġib magħha esperjenza ta’ 22 sena fis-setturi tal-midja u tal-komunikazzjoni, flimkien mal-isfond akkademiku tagħha fl-istudji tal-komunikazzjoni, fosthom fil-Ġurnaliżmu fil-livell ta’ Masters. Antonia Micallef se tkun strumentali fl-għajnuna lill-BirdLife Malta biex tilħaq l-għanijiet strateġiċi tagħha matul it-tliet snin li ġejjin. Antonia Micallef se tibda r-rwol tagħha ma’ BirdLife Malta fil-ġimgħat li ġejjin, u l-organizzazzjoni tħares 'il quddiem biex taħdem magħha biex tkompli twettaq il-missjoni tagħha. 🇬🇧 BirdLife Malta announces the departure of Mr. Nathaniel Attard, who has served as Communications Manager for over eight years. During his tenure, Nathaniel played a pivotal role in making BirdLife Malta a household name, effectively promoting the organization's work and mission. BirdLife Malta expresses its sincere gratitude for his dedication and hard work and wishes him continued success in his future endeavours. Considering this change, BirdLife Malta has restructured its operations, placing a stronger emphasis on community and public engagement. The organization has established a new Public Engagement Department and is pleased to welcome renowned journalist Ms. Antonia Micallef as the Public Engagement Executive. Antonia will bring with her 22 years of experience in the media and communications sectors, along with her academic background in Communication Studies, including a Master of Arts in Journalism. Antonia Micallef will be instrumental in helping BirdLife Malta achieve its strategic goals over the next three years. Antonia Micallef will begin her role with BirdLife Malta in the coming weeks, and the organization looks forward to working with her to further its mission.

📢 Have you ever wondered what it feels like to manage a nature reserve, getting your hands dirty with habitat management work and also learning interesting facts about the flora and fauna of the place through research? 🦋🦗🌲🌱🦉🦩🦅🐦🍄🐞🦎🐇 Well now you can! If you are aged 7 to 11 years and have a keen interest in nature, then our 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗚𝘂𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝘞𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘦𝘯 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘢 𝘋𝘢𝘺 three-month course is tailor-made for you.  📅 Starting in the last Saturday of October and running for 12 consecutive Saturday mornings, the course will take a group of 12 children on a fun-learning mission at our four nature reserves: Salina Nature Reserve, Simar Nature Reserve, Foresta 2000 and Għadira Nature Reserve. 👨🌾 Under the guidance and supervision of BirdLife Malta staff, the group will learn how to monitor water quality, how to plan and roll out habitat restoration plans and how to care for #nature in the best possible way.  📝 Applications are now open and will close on Monday 30th September (or before, if fully-booked). Cost of €260 covers all 12 sessions and includes a free Hoodie OR T-shirt and cap with the Nature Guardians logo and a workbook. If you’d like to receive both hoodie and T-shirt, simply send us an email to let us know, and you can pay an additional amount in cash on the first session. Meeting point will always be Salina Nature Reserve. More details in the poster below 👇 ✍️ To enrol fill in this form: https://lnkd.in/dPTzCWAv ➡ Following this, you can proceed to finalise your booking by paying the fee online here: https://shorturl.at/yP339 #NatureGuardians #WardenforaDay

📢 Have you ever wondered what it feels like to manage a nature reserve, getting your hands dirty with habitat management work and also learning interesting facts about the flora and fauna of the place through research? 🦋🦗🌲🌱🦉🦩🦅🐦🍄🐞🦎🐇 Well now you can! If you are aged 7 to 11 years and have a keen interest in nature, then our 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗚𝘂𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝘞𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘦𝘯 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘢 𝘋𝘢𝘺 three-month course is tailor-made for you.  📅 Starting in the last Saturday of October and running for 12 consecutive Saturday mornings, the course will take a group of 12 children on a fun-learning mission at our four nature reserves: Salina Nature Reserve, Simar Nature Reserve, Foresta 2000 and Għadira Nature Reserve. 👨🌾 Under the guidance and supervision of BirdLife Malta staff, the group will learn how to monitor water quality, how to plan and roll out habitat restoration plans and how to care for #nature in the best possible way.  📝 Applications are now open and will close on Monday 30th September (or before, if fully-booked). Cost of €260 covers all 12 sessions and includes a free Hoodie OR T-shirt and cap with the Nature Guardians logo and a workbook. If you’d like to receive both hoodie and T-shirt, simply send us an email to let us know, and you can pay an additional amount in cash on the first session. Meeting point will always be Salina Nature Reserve. More details in the poster below 👇 ✍️ To enrol fill in this form: https://lnkd.in/dPTzCWAv ➡ Following this, you can proceed to finalise your booking by paying the fee online here: https://shorturl.at/yP339 #NatureGuardians #WardenforaDay