Singapore is located at the crossroads of two of the world’s nine major migratory routes.
The first is the East Asian-Australasian Flyway, the largest migratory route on Earth that stretches from the Arctic Circle to the southern reaches of Australia and New Zealand.
This path connects birds across immense distances, with countless species navigating its vast expanse.
The second is the Central Asian Flyway, one of the shorter but busiest migration paths that is key for more than 600 avian species.
Birds embark on such long journeys for survival purposes. Many fly south in search of abundant food sources, especially to sustain themselves and raise their young, and to escape the cold.
But the journey is becoming more perilous.
Habitats along the flyways are disappearing due to urban and agricultural expansion.
Brightly lit skyscrapers also pose a danger as disoriented birds often crash into them, leading to fatal collisions.
The changing climate is another growing threat.
Rising sea levels and unpredictable weather are disrupting migration routes, with experts warning that sudden weather shifts – like extreme cold or late snowstorms – can devastate bird populations.
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The first is the East Asian-Australasian Flyway, the largest migratory route on Earth that stretches from the Arctic Circle to the southern reaches of Australia and New Zealand.
This path connects birds across immense distances, with countless species navigating its vast expanse.
The second is the Central Asian Flyway, one of the shorter but busiest migration paths that is key for more than 600 avian species.
Birds embark on such long journeys for survival purposes. Many fly south in search of abundant food sources, especially to sustain themselves and raise their young, and to escape the cold.
But the journey is becoming more perilous.
Habitats along the flyways are disappearing due to urban and agricultural expansion.
Brightly lit skyscrapers also pose a danger as disoriented birds often crash into them, leading to fatal collisions.
The changing climate is another growing threat.
Rising sea levels and unpredictable weather are disrupting migration routes, with experts warning that sudden weather shifts – like extreme cold or late snowstorms – can devastate bird populations.
Continue reading...