The shocking effects of power distribution on Saker Falcons in the Mongolian steppes
Young falcons are particularly susceptible to electrocution. Also the sex of electrocuted adult Sakers suggests a possible male-biased sex ratio among adult Saker Falcons in Mongolia. Consequently, the electrocution threatens the long term survival of the species in one of its last remaining strongholds.
Cuckoos - the ambassadors for a scientific and environmental project
Five cuckoos were fitted with transmitters in Khurkh Valley. The birds have been named by local schools who will follow “their” birds to learn about the migration route and wintering grounds of cuckoos.
Mongolia's young but burgeoning bird ringing stations
Our biologists are building a network of bird ringing stations in the country. We believe there is a huge potential for this network of ringing stations to contribute to science, conservation, and society in Mongolia.
YELLOW-BREASTED BUNTING
The Yellow-breasted Bunting was formerly a common bird that spread from Finland to eastern Siberia with wintering grounds in China and south-east Asia. Now the species is on the brink of extinction and urgent conservation and management practices must be planned and implemented to safeguard this species. Mongolia is one of the countries that still supports breeding populations of Yellow-breasted Buntings in Asia.
Wetlands are the most threatened habitat in Mongolia
Mongolia has already lost numerous wetlands due to climate change, poor land management, and overgrazing. As a result many wetland dependent wildlife species are badly affected. We need to act together to save our wetlands.