Urgent Quest to Rediscover 126 'Lost' Bird Species: Citizen Scientists Called to Action
June 18, 2024The Search for Lost Birds project has identified 126 bird species that have not been seen in over a decade.
Most of these 'lost' species are located in Asia, Africa, and Oceania.
Citizen scientists are invited to help locate these species by providing photos, videos, or audio recordings.
The study was published in the journal Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment.
Several species have already been rediscovered with the help of citizen scientists.
Conservation efforts are critical as 62% of these species are at risk of extinction.
The project aims to prioritize research for conservation actions to prevent these species from going extinct.
The support from the Constable Foundation and Allbirds is essential for the success of this urgent quest.
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Phys.org • Jun 17, 2024
Scientists say 'lost' birds list will aid in protecting speciesIFLScience • Jun 17, 2024
126 Bird Species Declared "Lost" – Could You Help Scientists Find Them?BirdLife International • Jun 17, 2024
New analysis reveals 126 birds are lost to science, without a confirmed sighting in at least a decade.Ground News • Jun 17, 2024
It can feel like a detective story: birders asked to help find 126 lost bird species