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 …

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 …

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 …

🌍 Data: 18-19 Janar 2025📍 Lokacionet: Zonat e Mbrojtura dhe Lagunat Kryesore të Shqipërisë Bashkohuni me ne në një prej aktiviteteve më të rëndësishme për shpendët e egër! Censusi Ndërkombëtar i Shpendëve të Ujit Dimërues (IWC2025) synon numërimin dhe monitorimin e popullatave të shpendëve që dimërojnë në zonat dhe trupat ujore. 💡 Pse është i …

The Albanian Ornithological Society (AOS) is excited to announce its official membership in the Society for Ecological Restoration (SER). This milestone marks a pivotal step in AOS’s efforts to protect and restore Albania’s rich biodiversity and natural habitats. SER is a global network dedicated to advancing the science, practice, and policy of ecological restoration, bringing …

Another year of birding across Albania, exploring its most remarkable birds and habitats has come to an end. As 2024 draws to a close and 2025 approaches, we want to take a moment to pause, reflect, and share a few thoughts with you, our friends, about AOS—a natural evolution of everything we have built together. …

On December 4, 2024, the documentary “Hileja” by Ola Mitre premiered with an impressive turnout of civil society organizations, donors, academics, and nature enthusiasts. The screening was followed by an engaging discussion moderated by Besjana Shehu, founder of AOS, highlighting key challenges facing Protected Areas in Albania. Speakers included:   Ola Mitre, Hileja’s director, on …

On December 4, 2024, with an impressive turnout, the documentary “Hileja” directed by Ola Mitre, was premiered. The event brought together civil society organizations, donors, academics, university representatives, institutions, experts, and nature enthusiasts. Following the screening, an in-depth discussion took place regarding the significance of Protected Areas in Albania and the challenges they face. Inspired …

AOS – Shoqata Ornitologjike e Shqipërisë ju fton të merrni pjesë në një takim të rëndësishëm mbi ndikimet e ndryshimeve klimatike dhe erozionit në ekosistemet bregdetare, si dhe strategjitë për mbrojtjen e tyre. 📅 E Martë, 28 Janar 2025📍 Hotel Eter, Golem, Bashkia Kavajë, Shqipëri🕘 Ora 09:30 Ky workshop do të mbledhë ekspertë, aktorë lokalë, …

On November 1-2, Lurë Mali i Dejës National Park was energized by a shared purpose: to restore damaged habitats and bring these forgotten landscapes back to the forefront! With 40 nature enthusiasts gathered, committed to making a positive impact in one of Albania’s most stunning landscapes. Together, we planted around 400 Pinus nigra saplings, each …