World Migratory Bird Day is on 8th May
♦ Organizers: “Convention on Migratory Species”, “African-Eurasian Waterfowl Agreement” (AEWA) and “Environment of the Americas” (EFTA). It focuses on ecological importance and the need for international cooperation to protect them.
♦ Celebrations include-organizing public events, such as bird festivals, educational programs, etc.
♦ All these activities can also be carried out at any time of the year, because these countries or regions observe peak immigration at different times.
♦ The second Saturday in May and the main day of the international celebrations in October.
♦ Theme: Sing, Fly, Soar – Like a Bird