#StopSpringHunting

Ornis Committee caves to political pressure, ignores science as Turtle-dove decline worsens BirdLife Malta strongly condemns the outcome of yesterday’s Ornis Committee meeting, where the majority once again chose to align with political pressure rather than base decisions on scientific…

BirdLife Malta condemns the decision to open a spring hunting season for Turtle-dove, despite clear scientific evidence showing continued population decline.

Decisions on wildlife must be guided by science - not political pressure.

#StopSpringHunting

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The FKNK “sustainability index” is bogus | BirdLife Malta BirdLife Malta exposes FKNK sustainability index as unscientific, misleading and harmful to Turtle-dove and Quail conservation efforts.

🚨 The FKNK “Sustainability Index” is bogus! Spring hunting isn’t sustainable: fewer than 8% of hunters declare catches. This unscientific tool hides EU warnings & illegal practices. Real conservation = science, not lobbying.

👉 birdlifemalta.org/2025/08/the-...

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