Day: October 19, 2025

Millions of migratory birds face mounting threats

MANILA, Philippines — Across the globe, migratory birds are in peril. Nearly half of all bird species—including those that travel thousands of kilometers across continents—are in decline, and one in eight faces the threat of extinction, according to BirdLife International. Habitat loss, light pollution, climate change, and urban expansion have disrupted ancient flight paths that