Abu Dhabi, UAE – 11 October 2025 – At the 2025 IUCN World Conservation Congress, the IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas (WCPA) celebrated the extraordinary dedication of rangers worldwide by presenting the 2025 International Ranger Awards. Thirteen exceptional rangers and ranger teams were recognised for their courage, resilience, and […]
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Wetland Watchers: Monitoring Migratory Waterbirds in Malawi
At dawn, in the southeastern corner of Malawi, the still waters of Lake Chilwa come alive. Flocks of White-Faced Whistling Ducks and African Skimmers sweep low across the floodplains, joined by hundreds of thousands of other waterbirds that rely on this vast wetland for survival. Home to over 160 species and […]
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With Leica as Champion for Waterbird Conservation The 9th Meeting of the Parties (MOP9) to the Agreement on the Conservation of African–Eurasian Migratory Waterbirds (AEWA) concluded in Bonn on 14 November 2025, bringing together more than 160 delegates from 64 countries. Under the theme United for Flyways, Parties adopted key […]
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