World Curlew Day

April 21, Sunday

World Curlew Day is celebrated on April 21 and is dedicated to the protection and conservation of this amazing bird species, which belong to the genus Numenius. This day was established to raise awareness of the problems that curlews face and to preserve their habitat. There are several species of curlews in the world, and many of them are endangered.

Curlew Species
The Eurasian Curlew (Numenius arquata) is one of the most famous species, distributed in Europe and Asia. This species is the largest representative of the genus.
The Little Curlew (Numenius phaeopus) - also known as the Little Curlew, has a wide distribution, including North America and Europe.
The Eskimo Curlew (Numenius borealis) is one of the species under serious threat of extinction. The species is now considered to be nearly extinct.

Objectives of World Curlew Day
Awareness. One of the main aspects of celebrating this day is to draw attention to the importance of preserving curlews and their habitat.
Habitat protection. Preserving wetlands, which serve as key breeding and migration sites for curlews, is a central goal of this day.
Research and monitoring. World Curlew Day supports research into the behaviour, migration routes and populations of curlews, which helps to develop effective measures for their protection.
Community initiatives. This day inspires people to participate in conservation actions, such as protecting local wetlands or coastal areas, creating conditions for breeding birds, volunteering to help monitor populations.

How to celebrate World Curlew Day
Participation in conservation events. On this day, many environmental organizations hold campaigns to protect curlews and their habitat. Taking part in such campaigns is a great way to contribute to the conservation of these birds.
Studying species. You can learn more about the different species of curlews, their migration routes and ecological importance, and share this information with others.
Bird watching. If you have the opportunity, visit natural areas where curlews live and try to observe them. This will help you better understand their behavior and the ecosystems they live in.

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World Curlew Day in other years

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