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World Migratory Bird Day focuses on declining insect population concerns

Issued on: 12/10/2024 

It's World Migratory Bird Day. In partnership with the UN, a number of international conservation societies are calling for more action to protect birds. This year, they want to raise awareness about the plight of insects upon which migratory birds depend. A recent UN report says declining insect populations are a threat to the incredible journeys these birds make each year. For more, FRANCE 24's Peter O'Brien is joined by Amy Fraenkel, Executive Secretary of the Convention on Migratory Species.