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WG 8 — Small Landbirds

Monitoring of small migratory landbirds in Central Asia, including collaboration with Russian scientists.

Overview

This working group focuses on monitoring of small landbirds — especially migratory species — in Central Asia and the CAF. This includes species such as the Yellow-breasted Bunting, looking at habitat requirements, population trends, and collaboration with Russian research institutions on joint monitoring programmes.

Key activities

  • Monitoring of small migratory landbird populations.
  • Habitat assessment and conservation research.
  • Collaboration with Russian ornithological institutions.
  • Focus on threatened species such as Yellow-breasted Bunting.
  • Joint publications and data sharing.