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Climate Change in Albania, Heatwaves, Inequality, and the Need for Transformative Adaptation

Climate change is not a distant threat—it’s already here, reshaping our cities and lives. But it doesn’t affect everyone equally. In many urban areas, particularly those already facing social and economic challenges, rising temperatures and more frequent heatwaves are hitting the hardest. The impacts of climate change are closely tied to pre-existing inequalities: low-income neighborhoods, …

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Ftesë për 10-vjetorin e AOS!

Të dashur miq dhe mbështetës të AOS, Më 27 Mars festojmë 10 vite pasioni, përkushtimi dhe, siç thuhet, “det me halle” për mbrojtjen e shpendëve në këtë vend të bekuar! Ka qenë një rrugëtim plot sfida, përpjekje, humbje dhe suksese—nga mbrojtja e Zonave të Mbrojtura te krijimi i një komuniteti të fortë shpendëdashës dhe përtej. …

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Vija Bregdetare në Rrezik: Ndikimi i Ndryshimeve Klimatike dhe Erozionit në Shqipëri

Një diskutim i thelluar mbi sfidat dhe zgjidhjet për mbrojtjen e bregdetit shqiptar nga erozioni dhe ndryshimet klimatike. Bregdeti shqiptar, me bukurinë e tij të paparë dhe biodiversitetin unik, është një nga burimet më të çmuara të vendit tonë. Megjithatë, kjo pasuri natyrore po përballet me një kërcënim të rritur nga erozioni bregdetar dhe ndryshimet …

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Migratory Bird Ringing Camp at Divjaka-Karavasta | March 17–21

Date: 17–21 MarchLocation: Divjaka-Karavasta National Park We are excited to announce the organization of a 5-day migratory bird ringing camp, as part of a series of four camps aimed at promoting wetland conservation, scientific research, and youth engagement. This is a unique opportunity to participate in hands-on scientific data collection, learn about bird migration, and …

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Love is in the Air (and the Wild) 💘

Some species are simply meant to be—whether soaring in the skies or sliding into your DMs. In the wild, we call it mutualism—a relationship where both species benefit. But let’s be honest, aren’t we all just looking for that perfect match? 🦅 Take the Egyptian Vulture—these devoted lovebirds mate for life, sticking together across vast …

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Celebrating World Wetlands Day in Tirana Grand Park

This year, for World Wetlands Day, our focus was on the Grand Park of Tirana and the common, yet significant, birds found there. This park provides an important habitat for a wide range of species, from those that reside year-round to migratory birds that use it as a wintering ground or stopover site. To highlight …

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Sazan Island Resort Approved as “Strategic Investment” — What’s at Stake for Albania’s Protected Areas?

Albanian Ornithological Society (AOS) January 2025 The Strategic Investment Committee has approved the investor status for the development of a luxury tourist resort on Sazan Island, granting the project the designation of “Strategic Investment – Special Procedure” for a 10-year period. This decision paves the way for one of the most controversial tourism developments inside …

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International Waterbird Census IWC 2025: A Coordinated Effort to Monitor and Conserve Wetlands

The International Waterbird Census (IWC), one of the largest and longest-running monitoring programs in the world, is gearing up for its 35th annual activity in Albania. This global initiative, coordinated in Albania by the Albanian Ornithological Society (AOS), plays a crucial role in assessing wetland health, supporting conservation efforts, and fostering sustainable wetland management. Waterbirds …

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Conservation Milestones: Dalmatian Pelican Rehabilitation in Divjakë-Karavasta National Park

As we welcome the New Year 2025, we’re delighted to share an update on a significant conservation effort from December 2024, focused on Divjakë-Karavasta National Park, one of Albania’s most treasured ecosystems. In collaboration with the Regional Administration for Protected Areas (RAPA) of Fier County, the National Agency of Protected Areas (NAPA), and the Ministry …

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