World Migratory Bird Day

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Related Hashtags	#DimLightsForBirds, #Lightpollution, #Birds, #MigratoryBirds
2022 Date	14 May 2022
2023 Date	14 October 2023

2022 Holidays & Dates

		New Zealand & Common Holidays
		Misc. & Int'l. Observances
		Christian Holidays

World Migratory Bird Day in 2022

Saturday, 14 May

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World Migratory Bird Day History

World Migratory Bird Day seeks to raise awareness about migratory birds. Migratory birds are those who migrate to different regions either to avoid harsh weather or to breed. This migration is not only important for their survival, but it is also important for our society.

Migratory birds are responsible for spreading seeds, pollinating flowers, and acting as pest control. This day aims to educate us about the threats migratory birds face as well as the importance of protecting them. World Migratory Bird Day was started in 2006 as part of a collaboration between the Conservations of African-Eurasian Migratory Waterbirds (AEWA) and the Species of Wild Animals (CMS). In the US and Canada, it is observed annually on the second Saturday in May. In the Southern Hemisphere, it is typically observed on the 2nd Saturday of October to better coincide with the migratory bird seasons there.

Top Tweets for World Migratory Bird Day -

Updated 05:10

#LightPollution can disorientate birds and cause injury or death from collision with buildings and vessels. Help by dimming lights and following these guidelines: https://t.co/x6c443aPe0. #WorldMigratoryBirdDay #WMBD2022 #DimLightsForBirds @WMBD https://t.co/s49psv2NSy https://t.co/DtVpPAp0Fi
— Department of Conservation (@docgovtnz) May 13, 2022

Today is World Migratory Bird Day — This year’s theme centers around the harm done to migratory birds caused by light pollution. To learn more about the campaign and ways to reduce light pollution, visit: https://t.co/LoyXNOFfls 📷:anramb / Pixabay #WMBD2022 #lightpollution https://t.co/D9Rha1misY
— TWFFofficial (@TWFFofficial) May 14, 2022

In the News and Trending for World Migratory Bird Day

Updated 05:10 World Migratory Bird Day: DIM lights for our manu at night | Conservation blog

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World Migratory Bird Day

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Press Release: World Migratory Bird Day: Light Pollution Threatens Birds across the World but Solutions are Readily Available

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World Migratory Bird Day Facts

The theme for World Migratory Bird Day in 2022 was Dim the Lights for Birds at Night.
According to migratorybirdday.org, in 2016 there were about 86 million Americans who participated in birdwatching.
The Red Knot is a migratory bird species with one of the longest migration routes of any bird. It travels up to 9941 miles (16,000 kilometers) twice a year. It breeds in Siberia and in the winter, travels to the west coast of Africa.

World Migratory Bird Day Top Events and Things to Do

Discover events near you. The non-profit organization Environment for the Americas (EFTA) hosts events around the world to help raise awareness about birds.
Learn more about the featured bird species of Migratory Bird Day 2021.
Watch the 2021 World Migratory Bird Day video.
Watch a movie or documentary about birds. Here are our suggestions:
Rio (2011)
The Big Year (2011)
The Life of Birds (1998)