On the 23rd of May 2023, BirdLife Malta took an intentional trip to the picturesque island of Comino which resulted in being a significant step towards conserving Malta's avian population.

The aim of this trip was to release four rehabilitated birds on the island. The released birds included two Common Kestrels (Spanjulett), a Eurasian Hobby (Seqer tal-Hannieqa), and a European Roller (Farrug), all of which had been nursed back to health by the organisation.

In a short video commemorating this trip, BirdLife Malta claims that three of these birds, the Roller, Hobby, and one of the kestrels, were confirmed by the government veterinarian as illegal hunting casualties. After spending some time in the organisation’s care, they are healthy and ready for release.

The birds were intentionally released on Comino since the island is a bird sanctuary and no hunting is allowed on it. This will allow the birds to have time to feed, relax, and gain strength before they continue on their migratory journey.

BirdLife Malta urges members of the public to play an active role in bird conservation. If anyone encounters an injured bird, they are encouraged to report it to the organisation through various channels. During office hours, individuals can contact them at 2134 7645/6, while after hours, they can reach out at 7925 5697. Alternatively, people can also connect with BirdLife Malta through Facebook Messenger.

BirdLife Malta has been at the forefront of bird conservation efforts, working tirelessly to protect and rehabilitate injured birds and their habitats. They actively advocate against illegal hunting and promote the importance of safeguarding Malta's diverse avifauna.

Well done, BirdLife Malta for your continuous hard work!