EPISODE 25 Seabirds in Crisis and How You Can Help

Nature News from RSPB Scotland

This episode is a deep dive into the crisis facing seabirds around Scotland's coasts. Stephen is joined at the seaside by Head of Species Paul Walton and Head of Marine Policy Helen McLachlan. They explain why Scotland is so important globally for seabirds and the threats they face.
Stephen also travels to RSPB Scotland nature reserves in Orkney, Fowlsheugh and Troup Head to hear what the impact of bird flu has been on birds like Gannets and Kittiwakes.
There's lots you can do to help and to find out more about what's happening to seabirds
Let the Scottish Government know what you think about closing the Sandeel fishery
https://www.rspb.org.uk/our-work/rspb-news/rspb-news-stories/hope-for-struggling-seabirds/

More about seabirds
https://www.rspb.org.uk/birds-and-wildlife/natures-home-magazine/birds-and-wildlife-articles/features/enjoy-a-seabird-spectacular/

More about the Climate Crisis and what you can do
https://www.rspb.org.uk/get-involved/campaigning/climate-change-effects-on-nature-and-wildlife/

Chapters

1. EPISODE 25 Seabirds in Crisis and How You Can Help (00:00:00)

2. Scotland's Seabirds (00:00:14)

3. Seabird Populations and Impact of Bird Flu (00:09:02)

4. Bird Flu's Challenges on Seabirds (00:20:17)

5. Seabird Challenges and HPAI Response (00:27:08)

6. Declining Seabird Populations and Conservation Efforts (00:42:13)

7. Taking Action for Seabird Conservation (00:46:36)