Remarks from the Executive Director of Environment for the Americas (EFTA)

 “This World Migratory Bird Day, we highlight the relationship between migratory birds and insects, emphasizing the urgent need to protect them both. From the aerobatics of Cliff Swallows that capture insects in flight, to hummingbirds that feed them to their young, and the foraging of shorebirds that probe for insects in the sand and other habitats, it is evident that many birds rely on insects at various stages of their life cycles. Insects provide an essential source of energy for migratory birds, and the steep declines in grasshoppers, bees, butterflies, and other insects are a stark reminder that the conservation of birds depends on the successful protection of their insect prey. We invite you to join us in taking action to Protect Insects to Protect Birds.”

- Susan Bonfield, Executive Director of Environment for the Americas (EFTA)

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