During the day/itinerary, a series of activities took place: Getting acquainted with the biological diversity, landscape and tourist attractions in the area of Bënçë Valley and Nivica Canyon. The first stop in the Bënçë River valley continued with the descent inside the Nivica Canyon to observe closely the Peshtura (Progonati) Waterfall, a wonder and Monument …

Let’s be honest: Death plays a significant part in wildlife conservation. Conservationists can spend years protecting wild species and their habitats, and suddenly one illegal poisoning incident can wipe out an entire vulture colony in the Republic of North Macedonia, poachers in Bulgaria can kill a recently reintroduced Cinereous Vulture or combining these illegal practices …

In Andalusia, Spain, they even use helicopters to investigate suspicious bird mortality. An action that might seem unreal for other countries, but it’s actually just a tool and not the most important aspect in solving wildlife crime. What really matters in criminal investigations are the human resources, capacities and real engagement from the competent authorities.  …