The Messina Strait holds the fate of millions of birds

The Messina Strait: A Lifeline for Migratory Birds

The Messina Strait holds the fate of millions of birds, serving as a crucial passage for their migration.

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A Haven for Birds

Each spring, the skies above Italy's Strait of Messina transform into a living highway, with raptors, storks, and songbirds crossing between Sicily and Calabria.

A Threat to the Natural Treasure

The Italian government's plan to build a bridge across the Strait of Messina could endanger thousands of birds and disrupt one of Europe's most important migratory corridors.

A Bottleneck of Global Importance

Together with Gibraltar and the Bosporus, the Strait of Messina is one of Europe's three major migratory gateways, with consequences reaching far beyond Italy.

The Strait of Messina is a lifeline for millions of migratory birds.

Author's summary: The Messina Strait is crucial for migratory birds' survival.

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BirdLife International BirdLife International — 2025-10-18

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