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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Environment
Phoebe Weston

Half of world’s bird species in decline as destruction of avian life intensifies

The South American harpy eagle
The South American harpy eagle is one of many species in decline, with numbers falling 50% in the past 60 years. Photograph: BirdLife

Nearly half of the planet’s bird species are in decline, according to a definitive report that paints the grimmest picture yet of the destruction of avian life.

The State of the World’s Birds report, which is released every four years by BirdLife International, shows that the expansion and intensification of agriculture is putting pressure on 73% of species. Logging, invasive species, exploitation of natural resources and climate breakdown are the other main threats.

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