Flamingo numbers plummet as wetlands deteriorate

The dramatic decline of flamingos in Cyprus’ wetlands has raised urgent concerns among conservationists, as habitat degradation threatens the survival of these iconic birds. Experts warn that if current trends continue, one of the island’s most spectacular natural events, the annual arrival of thousands of flamingos, could soon become a thing of the past .

Research and Monitoring Coordinator at BirdLife Cyprus, Christina Ieronymidou, highlighted the severity of the situation,