Cayman: Temporary Suspension of Poultry Movement Inter-Island
The Department of Agriculture in the Ministry of Planning, Lands, Agriculture, Housing and Infrastructure has announced the temporary suspension of all inter-island movement of live avian species (including poultry) between Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac, and Little Cayman. This includes both…
First Human Dies of Rare H5N5 Bird Flu Strain. Here’s What You Need to Know
Getty Images From Global Center for Health Security American Scientific A person in the Washington State has died of avian influenza. It’s the first human death from bird flu in the U.S. since January—but the infection was of a different strain than the…
Cayman: National Trust Expands Malportas Pond Bird Sanctuary
27th October 2025 – The National Trust is thrilled to announce the successful expansion and preservation of Malportas Pond Bird Sanctuary, a vital natural area for local and migratory birds, nestled in North Side. This tranquil sanctuary offers our community…
Greenwashing Debt in the Galápagos Islands
Ecuador’s historic debt-for-nature swap promises to bridge the international funding gap for biodiversity conservation, but island residents say it erodes sovereignty and empowers foreign interests.
When We Restore Forests, We Also Preserve Bird Habitats
Lands vital for climate resilience and the forestry industry are also critical habitats for declining bird species, offering a rare opportunity to align conservation with ecosystem services and secure a resilient future for both birds and people.
NMSU review of bird migration research method published in premier journal
Red-faced Warbler perched on a branch, photographed by NMSU Ph.D. candidate Dylan Osterhaus. (Photo courtesy of Dylan Osterhaus) When you think of migrating birds, you may picture something like geese flying overhead in their distinctive V-formation. But what about the…
How to Help Wild Birds During Their Spring and Fall Migration
Human-related causes leave birds susceptible to injury and death.
Bird strike identified after Cayman Airways flight KX852 landed safely in Panama
Following the arrival of Cayman Airways flight KX852 in Panama on Monday, evidence of a possible bird strike was identified during a routine post-flight inspection. The strike resulted in damage to the leading edge of the aircraft’s right wing. While…
Additional funding secured to strengthen biodiversity conservation in new Caribbean Key Biodiversity Areas (KBAs) under the Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund (CEPF) phase II investment
Trinidad and Tobago, 17 March 2025 – The Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund (CEPF) is expandingits conservation efforts in the Caribbean by adding 11 Key Biodiversity Areas (KBAs) to its portfolio.With these additions, the total number of KBAs eligible for CEPF…
“The Intricate Connection of Birdsongs to Human Language”
Listening to birds benefits our mental health, leading to less stress and paranoia.
