January chills – not just for us, but for the birds too! As winter sets in, thousands of birds adapt by seeking refuge in Malta’s towns and villages. From the charming Robin defending its tiny territory to the vibrant Black Redstart and the charismatic Wagtail gathering in impressive roosts, our urban spaces come alive with these winter visitors. Did you know? Volunteers have been counting White Wagtails roosting in Valletta since 1985, and last year over 16,000 were recorded! Nicholas Galea writes about all this and more in an article published last Sunday in the Maltese newspaper il-Mument. Check it out to learn how we can cherish and protect these feathered guests. Small acts like offering food scraps, reducing noise, or adjusting pruning schedules can make a big difference.
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