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London: A recent study has raised concerns about the decline in the population of seabirds nesting around the British Isles. The research conducted under the guidance of the British Trust for Ornithology (BTO) indicates that a significant portion of seabird species in Britain and Ireland may face the long-term impacts of climate change.
According to estimates in the study, if the Earth’s temperature rises by 2 degrees Celsius by 2050, species like puffins, fulmars, and Arctic terns could experience a reduction of up to 70% compared to the beginning of this century.
The findings, published in the Marine Ecology Progress Series journal, reveal that specific species of seabirds, such as terns, auks, and petrels, are at a higher risk compared to common birds that adapt well to both urban and natural environments.
The team suggests that some bird species may find new habitats in regions of Britain and Ireland. However, those working on bird conservation caution that such a shift will not necessarily result in a decline in these regions where their population is currently thriving.
The research highlights that although each type of seabird adapts to different aspects of both marine and terrestrial seasons, seabirds are generally less visible when the spatial temperature is high during the breeding season.
It is noteworthy that the populations of various species, including puffins, fulmars, and Arctic terns, have experienced a noticeable decline during the past two years, possibly due to the impact of avian flu.
The conservationists emphasize the need for proactive measures to safeguard these seabirds, particularly in regions where their populations are currently on the rise, to prevent a decline in the future.
