ON THE FRONTLINES | April 2026 Newsletter

On the frontlines is our monthly newsletter section covering the activities of BirdLife Malta’s conservation, policy, nature reserve (Salina, Simar, Għadira and Foresta 2000), seabird and public engagement teams, together with an update about rare and scarce bird species observed. Spring Hunting & Spring Watch Despite studies highlighting the decline of these species along the…
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ON THE FRONTLINES | March 2026 Newsletter

On the frontlines is our monthly newsletter section covering the activities of BirdLife Malta’s conservation, policy, nature reserve (Salina, Simar, Għadira and Foresta 2000), seabird and public engagement teams, together with an update about rare and scarce bird species observed. Finch Trapper Loses Licence for Three Years Back in November 2023, members of the Conservation…
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Majority of hunters illegally target Turtle-doves during first week of spring season

An estimated 72% of hunters observed during the first week of this year’s spring hunting season were not targeting Common Quail but were instead primarily aiming at Turtle-doves, according to data collected by BirdLife Malta’s Spring Watch teams across Malta and Gozo. The estimate is based on systematic observations from strategic watchpoints, where trained staff…
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Tracking of rehabilitated birds shows strong potential for Malta – appeal launched over safety as hunting season opens

Through its collaboration with the Malta Environment Foundation under the Wings of Hope project, BirdLife Malta has been tracking four Common Kestrels (Spanjuletti) rehabilitated after being shot during the last autumn hunting season. Released after the close of the hunting season, the birds have since thrived, revealing detailed insights into their behaviour. However, with the…
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