Preserving the Azores symbol!

🦅 Discovering the Milhafres of the Azores: An Aerial Heritage! 🌿

Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of the Milhafres, an endemic subspecies of Azorean birds of prey, once confused with the emblematic Goshawk. Discover the captivating history of this avian species, which adorns not only the flag of the islands, but also their majestic skies.

🔍 Identification and conservation of Milhafres :

Explore the intricacies of identifying Milhafres and immerse yourself in the conservation efforts of the SPEA (Portuguese Society for the Study of Birds) to protect this emblematic species. Discover the challenges faced by the Milhafres, and one of the measures taken to conserve them.

🌳 Island Ecosystems and Conservation Issues :

Explore the close link between Milhafres and the island ecosystem of the Azores, where they play a crucial role as aerial predators. Discover the threats to their existence, as well as conservation initiatives to protect their fragile habitats and promote sustainable policies to safeguard their future.

👥 Citizen Science and Community Participation:

Dive into the heart of the action with the participatory data collection organised by the SPEA, mobilising the local community and volunteers to count and monitor Milhafres populations. Discover how each observation contributes to a better understanding of these emblematic birds of prey, reinforcing the commitment of citizens to the preservation of Azorean biodiversity.

📈 Key Figures and Impact of Conservation :

Discover the key figures for the Milhafres population in the Azores, revealing both the successes and challenges of conservation. In 2023, 310 individuals were counted, but with a total estimate of around 2,300 individuals on the archipelago. Explore the crucial importance of data collection in guiding conservation efforts and ensuring a flourishing future for these magnificent island birds of prey. *** Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version) ***

In this video, you will learn more about :

00:26 - A mistake from the start...

01:33 -The Milhafre Buteo buteo

02:38 - Azores endemic subspecies

04:21 - SPEA: Portuguese Society for the Study of Birds

05:47 - In action: Counting the Milhafres

Collecting data during these actions is crucial to better understand the species and its habits, and to contribute to its conservation.

The active participation of volunteers strengthens the commitment of citizens to preserving biodiversity.

The Milhafre, the emblematic symbol of the Azores, embodies the majesty and fragility of the island's ecosystem, which is the focus of conservation efforts supported by the SPEA.

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