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Dutch news, in your languageThursday, 24 September 2026No. 16,920

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Nearly Half of All Migratory Bird Species Declining Worldwide

NU.nl21 September · 20:192 days ago

A new report by BirdLife International reveals that 45% of migratory bird species are declining globally, with 11% threatened with extinction. Key drivers include agricultural intensification, climate change, habitat loss, and invasive species. The study highlights the critical importance of Dutch locations like the Wadden Sea and Southwest Delta as resting and breeding grounds along the East Atlantic flyway, urging international cooperation to restore these vital habitats.

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