World Migratory Bird Day, May 9, is considered an important day to celebrate the migration of birds around the world and their impact on ecosystems. Migratory birds travel thousands of kilometers each year, moving between warm and cold seasons. These migrations are not only vital to the life cycle of birds, but also have a great impact on ecosystems around the world. Migratory birds maintain the balance and diversity of ecosystems in their localities, while ensuring the continuity of the food chain. For example, many insectivorous migratory bird species play an important role in controlling insect populations and preventing the spread of harmful insects in agricultural areas.
However, today, migratory bird habitats are increasingly under threat. Human-induced factors such as climate change, habitat loss, urban expansion and industrial activities negatively affect the migration routes and food sources of migratory birds. This situation causes serious declines in the populations of many migratory bird species and even puts some species at risk of extinction.
World Migratory Bird Day, May 9, is an opportunity to draw attention to such threats and raise awareness for the protection of migratory birds. Protecting bird habitats, restoring ecosystems, and combating climate change are vital steps for the future of migratory birds. It is also critical to establish protected areas along migratory bird routes and protect these areas through international cooperation. However, sustaining and making these efforts successful requires a global concerted effort. The existence of migratory birds is vital not only for them but also for ecosystems around the world, and therefore their protection is everyone’s responsibility.
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