ON THE FRONTLINES | May 2025 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 Watch 2025 With peak migration drawing to a close, we’re proud to share some…
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ON THE FRONTLINES | April 2025 Newsletter

On the frontlines is our monthly newsletter section covering the activities of BirdLife Malta’s conservation, policy and nature reserve (Salina, Simar, Għadira and Foresta 2000) teams, together with an update about rare and scarce bird species observed. Local volunteers for Spring Watch In April, hunters will be able to hunt the European Turtle-dove (Gamiema) and…
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Cleaner air in the Mediterranean Sea – Sulphur Emission Control Area enters into force

BirdLife Malta welcomes the official implementation of the Sulphur Emission Control Area (SECA) in the Mediterranean Sea, which enters into force today, 1st May 2025. This marks a vital step towards cleaner air across the region and brings much-needed relief to Maltese coastal communities living in or near port areas.  What is SECA?  SECA stands…
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Comino hotel redevelopment gets green light despite unknown impacts on Natura 2000 site

BirdLife Malta is deeply concerned about the approval of a large tourism development on Comino, despite serious unanswered environmental questions. The Planning Authority approved a 140-room hotel and 16 serviced bungalows at San Niklaw and Santa Marija bays, replacing older structures. The plan includes 44 swimming pools, two new jetties and increases the built-up area…
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