ON THE FRONTLINES | June 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. Many rescues at the rehabilitation centre May was a busy month at the rehabilitation centre,…
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ON THE FRONTLINES | May 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 is Over! After three long weeks, the spring hunting season finally closed on…
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Joint statement: Government should work against wildlife crime not reward it

Environmental crimes rob the public of its shared natural heritage and undermine the protection of biodiversity and ecosystems that belong to all of society. Proposals to reduce penalties for wildlife-related offences and allow individuals previously banned from  hunting or trapping to potentially regain their licences represent a dangerous step backwards for environmental protection and the…
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BirdLife Malta condemns dangerous political race to weaken environmental enforcement

BirdLife Malta expresses its deep disappointment and concern at the approach being adopted by both the Labour Party (PL) and the Nationalist Party (PN) towards hunting and trapping, where electoral considerations appear to be taking precedence over environmental protection, the rule of law, and the wider interests of Maltese society. Recent statements and promises directed…
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