Skuas
Great Skua © Beth Clark Seabird Species Skuas These smart, predatory seabirds are notoriously aggressive The seven species of Skuas (genus Stercorarius) spread across both hemispheres – all of which
Multispecies tracking reveals a major seabird hotspot in the North Atlantic
The conservation of migratory marine species, including pelagic seabirds, is challenging because their movements span vast distances frequently beyond national jurisdictions. Here, we aim to identify important aggregations of seabirds in the North Atlantic to inform ongoing regional conservation efforts
High Seas – Out of sight, but on track
The high seas occupy approximately half of the planet. Yet, we know much less about this vast part of the ocean than any other area of the globe. The high seas are also poorly protected because there is no global regulatory framework for conservation or even sustainable use of natural resources in his area
Describing important at-sea areas
BirdLife has been a key stakeholder in the Convention on Biological Diversity-led process to describe Ecologically and Biologically Significant Areas (EBSAs). We have compiled seabird tracking data and provided information on relevant marine IBAs
Threats to Seabirds
Seabirds are both terrestrial and marine animals. They depend on both realms to survive – and so they are also affected by threats in both environments. Read More
Seabird migration – Tracking ocean wanderers
All migratory seabirds have one thing in common: on their incredible journeys, they connect different areas of the ocean that may be thousands of kilometers apart. Read More
Multi-Species Tracking Reveals a Major Seabird Hotspot in the North Atlantic (NACES MPA)
A major hotspot for foraging seabirds in the North Atlantic estimated to be used by more than 5 million seabirds from 21 species throughout the year, with birds coming from at least 56 colonies in 16 different countries is being considered by the OSPAR Convention for designation as a marine protected area called the North Atlantic Current and Evlanov Seamount (NACES) MPA