Snow Goose Restoration in Japan: Insights from Wrangel Island – Anatidae Working Group
Continue reading© Yutaka Sabano December 18, 2025, by Yutaka Sabano On November 26, 2025, the symposium “Snow Goose Restored in Japan and the Present Status of Wrangel Island, the Native Place of Japanese Snow Geese” was held at the Abiko City Museum of Birds. The symposium was organized by the Japanese Association for Wild […]
Welcoming Lake Mainit [EAAF158], Agusan Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary [EAAF159], Sibugay Wetland Nature Reserve [EAAF160] as Philippines’ New Flyway Network Sites
Continue readingDuft ducks at the Lake Mainit [EAAF158] ⓒ Godofredo Jakosalem Three ecologically important wetlands in the Philippines have been newly designated as Flyway Network Sites (FNS) under the East Asian–Australasian Flyway Partnership (EAAFP), recognising their vital role in supporting migratory waterbirds along one of the world’s most significant flyways. The designations were formally announced on 10 November during the welcome […]
Every Bird Counts – Your Observations Matter!
Continue readingWorld Migratory Bird Day 2026 to Highlight Important Role of Community Science in Bird Conservation Bonn/Boulder/Incheon, 18 December 2025 – The global Partners behind World Migratory Bird Day (WMBD) are excited to announce the theme for 2026: “Every Bird Counts – Your Observations Matter!” highlighting the important role of community science (also referred to […]
EAAFP Ulsan Corporate Champion Programme 2025: Ulsan Builds a Stronger Flyway Network Through Corporate Engagement and Local Partnerships
Continue readingA group photo of EAAFP Secretariat, corporates, citizens, and government officials in the first day’s morning session ©EAAFP The EAAFP Ulsan Corporate Champion Programme 2025, jointly organised by the EAAFP Secretariat and Ulsan Metropolitan City, successfully completed another year of activities dedicated to raising public awareness and enhancing multi-stakeholder engagement for the conservation of migratory […]
Updates of Avian Influenza situation by FAO/EMPRES-AH (September 2025 – December 2025)
Continue readingMap. Distribution of avian influenza events reported in animals and humans from 6 September to 9 December 2025. Note: The H5 HPAI virus detection of Heard Island, Australia is not included on the map. Disclaimer: The boundaries and names shown and the designations used on these map(s) do not imply the expression of any opinion […]
Delegation from the Secretariat of the East Asian–Australasian Flyway Partnership Visits Beijing Forestry University
Continue readingOn 8 December, a delegation from the Secretariat of the East Asian–Australasian Flyway Partnership (EAAFP), led by Chief Executive Jennifer George, visited Beijing Forestry University (BFU). University Chairperson, Mr. Wang Tao, and President, Prof. Li Zhaohu, attended the related events. Representatives from the Office of International Cooperation and Exchange, the School of Ecology and Nature […]
GOOSE BULLETIN ISSUE 31 – November 2025
Continue readingThe Goose Specialist Group (GSG) has released Issue 31 of the Goose Bulletin in November 2025, presenting a diverse collection of scientific insights, project updates, and commemorative pieces from the international waterfowl research community. The latest issue highlights new findings from Europe and Asia, citizen-science initiatives, conservation challenges, and historical reflections on influential ornithologists. The […]
EAAFP MOP12 Concludes in Cebu with Strengthened International Cooperation for Migratory Bird and Wetland Conservation
Continue readingCebu, Philippines — 14 November 2025 The 12th Meeting of Partners (MOP12) of the East Asian–Australasian Flyway Partnership (EAAFP) concluded in Cebu on Friday after a week of high-level discussions, new conservation commitments, and strengthened international cooperation for the protection of migratory waterbirds and wetlands across the Flyway. Hosted by the Philippine Government through the […]
[Press Release] EAAFP MOP12
Continue readingConnect, Conserve, Celebrate. One of the country’s avian visitors spotted at the Olango Island Wildlife Sanctuary (OIWS), the first Flyway Network Site (FNS) in the Philippines. The Siberian Sand-Plover (Anarhynchus mongolus) is listed as an endangered migratory waterbird in the IUCN Red List. Photo by DENR Central Visayas Press Release EAAFP MOP12 Weaving Connections […]
EAAFP Ulsan Corporate Champion Programme “Travellers with Wings of Ulsan” to Be Held from 30 November to 1 December at the Ulsan Wildlife Rescue Centre
Continue readingAs the Taehwa River in Ulsan in the Republic of Korea gains international recognition as an important habitat for migratory birds, the “EAAFP Ulsan Corporate Champion Programme” will be held free of charge at the Ulsan Wildlife Rescue Centre from 30 November to 1 December 2025. Co-hosted by the East Asian–Australasian Flyway Partnership (EAAFP) and […]
