The XVI International Ornithological Conference of Northern Eurasia opened in Kazan today
The conference is being held at the KFU site, and representatives from 9 countries are taking part in it.
At the conference, scientists will discuss fundamental issues of zoology in the study of birds, applied aspects in the study of birds - the protection of birds and their habitats, the inclusion of certain species in the Red Books, the rational use of birds, medical and aviation ornithology, birds and agriculture, birds and hunting, bird breeding, and so on. A separate section will cover environmental education, bird studies at school, birdwatching, and ornithological tourism. The Tatarstan Saker Falcon reintroduction project, which is being implemented in the Republic in support of the national Environmental Well-being project, will be presented
as part of the round tables. Deputy Minister of Ecology Almaz Tugushev addressed the participants of the international conference today with a welcoming speech. He noted the importance of the meeting of leading scientists, environmentalists, and conservationists in joining forces in the study and conservation of birds.
"Our republic pays great attention to the conservation of biodiversity. One example is the implementation by the Anatoly Ivanovich Shchepovskikh Foundation for the Promotion of Environmental Protection of a project to reintroduce the Saker falcon into its natural habitat with a grant from the SIBUR Formula for Good Deeds competition. This project clearly demonstrates an example of a successful dialogue between government, business, science and society."
He wished all the participants fruitful work and constructive dialogue! The conference will last 3 days and will end on April 24.