Once a bustling paradise for migratory birds, Albania's Vain Lagoon is now eerily quiet. Rising temperatures and habitat disruptions are driving away iconic species like pink flamingos 🦩, whistling ducks, and slender egrets, sparking alarm among scientists.
Over 3,000 hectares of wetlands along the Adriatic Sea—critical rest stops for birds flying between Europe and Africa—are shrinking rapidly. A January survey revealed a 40% drop in bird populations, with mallard ducks nearly wiped out locally.
\"It’s a perfect storm,\" experts say. Poaching and power lines pose threats, but climate change is the main villain. Warmer winters disrupt migration patterns, while drier wetlands leave birds stranded without food or shelter. 🌍💔
Could this ecological crisis spread beyond Albania? Scientists urge global action to protect migratory corridors before more species vanish. For now, the Vain Lagoon’s silent skies serve as a stark reminder: nature’s clock is ticking. ⏳
