Birds freely cross political boundaries and so international cooperation is vital for research and conservation. EURING promotes international collaboration on all aspects of scientific bird ringing, particularly in Europe and along the Eurasian African flyway. Our work includes collaborative research, data sharing and scientific meetings.
EURING supports our friends in Ukraine
We strongly condemn the invasion of Ukraine and stand in solidarity with all those in Ukraine, Russia and elsewhere who are protesting against the violence and seeking a peaceful way forward. Full statement.
Second International Bird Ringing Photo Contest
Results of the second international bird ringing photo contest have now been announced. Congratulations to all those involved in producing this impressive set of photographs that will help to promote the scientific value of bird ringing. Do visit the website to view the full set of winning photos from the different categories.
Basque Country Migration Atlas published
Congratulations to our colleagues from the Aranzadi Ringing Scheme on the publication of their Migration Atlas. Further details are available here
Large-scale finch trapping in Malta
EURING considers that the large-scale trapping of finches in Malta, ostensibly to look for ringed birds, is not a legitimate scientific activity and has asked all European Ringing Schemes to ensure that their ringers do not participate. These activities have been authorised by the Government of Malta in contravention of the EU Birds Directive, as determined by two separate rulings from the European Court of Justice. Read EURING’s full statement here.
EFSA's Bird Flu Radar released
Based on models of the data on distributions and movements shown in the Migration Mapping Tool, combined with data on Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) outbreaks available from ADIS, we have now developed a prototype Early Warning System for HPAI outbreaks in wild birds through a collaboration between EURING, EuroBirdPortal and Ausvet Europe. The tool is under constant development and will be further expanded in the future. You can also subscribe to receive email alerts when outbreaks are predicted in areas of interest to you. These important developments are funded through a contract with the European Food Safety Authority.
Eurasian-African Bird Migration Atlas Launched
We are delighted to announce the launch of the Eurasian African Migration Atlas which provides interactive migration maps for 300 species based primarily on recoveries from the EURING databank. We have also worked with Movebank to incorporate tracking data for nearly 100 species. The Atlas also includes four research modules on topics of conservation interest and a summary of key conservation conclusions. Huge thanks to the Ringing Schemes and tracking researchers who supplied the data, to CMS for facilitating the project and to the Italian Government for financial support.
EURING/EBP/EFSA Migration Mapping Tool
A new Migration Mapping Tool developed by EURING and EuroBirdPortal with funding EFSA, the European Food Security Authority, and been launched at the EBCC's Bird Numbers 2022 Conference in Switzerland. The new tool combines up-to-date data on relative abundance via a live data feed from EuroBirdPortal with movement data from the EURING databank. It covers 50 species, mainly waterbirds, that may be involved in the transmission of Avian Influenza and other diseases. A major objective of this tool is to inform those involved in the management of relevant disease transmission. However it also presents much useful information for those dealing with a wide range of conservation issues, and will be of interest to many birdwatchers and ringers. To view our introductory video and access the interactive tables and maps visit the Migration Mapping Tool home page.
