Celebration of World Migratory Bird Day (WMBD) 2023
What is World Migratory Bird Day? World Migratory Bird Day (WMBD) is an annual global campaign aimed at raising awareness about migratory birds and their conservation. It was initiated in 2006 by the Secretariat of the Agreement on the Conservation of African-Eurasian Migratory Waterbirds (AEWA) and the Convention on Migratory Species (CMS). The campaign is celebrated on the second Saturday of May and October each year. WMBD promotes the conservation of migratory birds and their habitats through various educational activities, events, and initiatives around the world. India actively participates in World Migratory Bird Day (WMBD) celebrations and initiatives. India is known for its rich biodiversity and plays a crucial role in the conservation of migratory birds. India is home to several important bird habitats, including wetlands, national parks, and wildlife sanctuaries, which serve as crucial stopover points for migratory birds. India is home t...