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flag Ireland’s wintering waterbird numbers dropped 30% in 30 years due to climate change, habitat loss, and disease, with some species nearly gone.

flag Ireland’s wintering waterbird population has declined by about one-third over the past 30 years, with species like the Bewick’s Swan nearly vanished, according to a new report. flag Climate change, habitat loss, avian flu, hunting, and human disturbance are key drivers. flag While 18 of 63 monitored species, including barnacle geese and whooper swans, are increasing, many others, such as pochard and curlew, are declining sharply. flag Data from 1,200 volunteers collected by BirdWatch Ireland and the National Parks and Wildlife Service highlights the need for wetland protection and public actions like keeping dogs leashed to safeguard migratory birds.

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