Conservation & Science
A wetland gem in need of some TLC
This article was first published in the Cyprus Mail newspaper on 16 March 2022, as opinion piece written
by our Director Martin Hellicar.
April 19, 2022
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Conservation & Science
Mid-winter count 2022: 24,000 waterbirds recorded island-wide
This year marks the 40th anniversary since BirdLife Cyprus began contributing with data from Cyprus to the International Waterbird Census (IWC).
February 1, 2022
Conservation & Science
How many more Flamingos must we lose before we do something about lead pollution?
Since the time of writing of this article, another Flamingo was found in distress at Paralimni Lake. The bird was taken to a vet, and despite all efforts, it died shortly after. X-rays showed presence of shotgun pellets in the stomach and throat.
February 1, 2022
Conservation & Science
Wetlands and mosquitoes: On the road to sustainable solutions
Every summer the discussion about “nuisance” insects and ways to get rid of them comes to the fore.
August 3, 2021
In the press
Cyprus’ Flamingos make headlines on Euronews
The issue of lead poisoning of Flamingos at our key wetlands has
March 10, 2021
In the press
Almost 17,000 waterbirds wintering at the wetlands of Cyprus
This year’s World Wetlands Day finds Cyprus playing host to almost 17,000 waterbirds as they take refuge from the frozen north at the island’s wetlands.
February 25, 2021
All about birds
The yellow-ringed Common Ringed Plover
Monitoring surveys help us keep track of our birds and the health
November 3, 2020
In the press
Celebrating World Wetlands Day at Paralimni and Oroklini Lake
Every year on 2 February, we celebrate World Wetlands Day (WWD), a
February 3, 2020
In the press
Is Paralimni Lake being drained again?
These past few days, Paralimni Lake has been ‘mysteriously’ losing a significant
January 23, 2020
Conservation & Science
Flamingo breeding in Cyprus: will our handsome pink visitors ever make it?
The Greater Flamingo Phoenicopterus roseus is the largest of the world’s six species
January 1, 2020
In the press
Celebrating World Wetlands Day at Nicosia’s largest wetland
Join us for a family-friendly, activity-packed event to celebrate World Wetlands Day
January 24, 2019
Announcements
LIFE Oroklini project awarded as ‘Best LIFE project’
The LIFE Oroklini project has been awarded as ‘Best LIFE project’ together
April 27, 2018
In the press
Celebrating World Wetlands Day at Athalassa Park
Join us on Friday 2 February to spend a special afternoon at
January 29, 2018
In the press
Akrotiri Marsh gets its breathing space back and ready to welcome visitors
Birds, as other wildlife, depend upon the delicate balance of ecosystems for
May 12, 2017
In the press
World Wetlands Day 2017
With Cyprus playing host to over 15,500 waterbirds taking refuge from the
February 1, 2017
In the press
Birdwatchers and hunters team up for biodiversity at Zakaki
BirdLife Cyprus, in conjunction with the SBA Environmental Department recently organised two
November 28, 2016
Conservation & Science
15,000 Flamingos at Larnaka and Akrotiri Salt Lakes this year
Hundreds of Cypriot citizens and tourists have been flocking to Larnaka Salt
January 29, 2016
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