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Get ready to celebrate World Curlew Day on April 21, a day dedicated to raising awareness and appreciation for these unique birds. The Curlew, with its distinctive long curved bill, is a symbol of wetland conservation and the importance of preserving their habitats. This day was first celebrated in 2018 by the Eurasian Curlew Working Group and has since spread around the world as people join together in honoring this fascinating bird species. So let's take a moment to learn more about the Curlew and how we can help protect its future.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Curlews in Literature</div><div class='timeline-text'>European and American literature mention curlews, highlighting their place in cultural landscapes and their distinct cry.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1970s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Conservation Interest Increases</div><div class='timeline-text'>As populations decline due to habitat loss, the curlew becomes the focus of early bird conservation organizations.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1996</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Curlews Listed as Near Threatened</div><div class='timeline-text'>The IUCN lists several curlew species as "Near Threatened" due to accelerating population decline.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Eurasian Curlew becomes UK Priority</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Eurasian Curlew is listed as a UK conservation priority species due to rapid population declines.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inception of World Curlew Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>World Curlew Day is established by the Eurasian Curlew Working Group to highlight the plight of the species and raise global awareness.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Worldwide Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>World Curlew Day gains recognition worldwide encouraging advocacy for curlew conservation and protection of their habitats.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go birdwatching</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take a trip to a nearby nature reserve or park and try to spot some curlews in their natural habitat. Bring a pair of binoculars and a bird guide book to make the experience even more enjoyable.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Learn about curlews</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Do some research and learn all about curlews, their habitats, behaviors, and conservation efforts. Share your newfound knowledge with friends and family to spread awareness about these amazing birds.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Donate to a conservation organization</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Support the conservation of curlews by making a donation to an organization that works towards protecting these birds and their habitats. Every contribution counts towards preserving these beautiful creatures for future generations.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create art inspired by curlews</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative and make some art inspired by curlews. It can be a painting, drawing, sculpture, or any other form of art. Share your creations on social media to celebrate World Curlew Day with others.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer at a bird sanctuary</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spend the day volunteering at a bird sanctuary or rescue center that works with curlews. Help with tasks such as feeding, cleaning, and caring for these birds while learning more about their conservation efforts.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It raises awareness about the importance of curlews</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>World Curlew Day is an important reminder to people around the world about the significance and conservation needs of these wading birds. By raising awareness about the species, we can encourage people to take action to protect them and their habitats.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It celebrates cultural connections with curlews</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Curlews have been an important part of many cultures for centuries - they appear in poetry, art, folklore and traditional stories. World Curlew Day provides an opportunity to honor these connections and celebrate the cultural significance of curlews around the world.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes conservation efforts for endangered species</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Many species of curlews are currently listed as vulnerable or critically endangered on the IUCN Red List. By dedicating a day to these birds, we can also raise funds for conservation efforts and promote the need for international cooperation in protecting endangered species like curlews.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Curlews Possess the Longest Bill Among Shorebirds</h3><p class='facts-content'>Curlew species are distinguished by their exceptionally long down-curved beaks. These function as essential tools to find and catch food in soft mud and sand.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>They have Unique Flight Patterns</h3><p class='facts-content'>Curlews are known for their characteristic "roller coaster" flight pattern. They fly in swift, alternating movements of quick wing-beats and short glides, displaying their agility and strength.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Their Cry is Unique and Recognizable</h3><p class='facts-content'>Curlews are known for their loud and distinctive 'curloo-oo' call, from which they get their name. This haunting sound is a significant marker of wetland ecosystems around the world.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Curlews are Loyal to their Breeding Grounds</h3><p class='facts-content'>Curlews typically return to the same nesting areas year upon year, often undertaking lengthy migratory journeys to do so. This highlights their remarkable memory and instinctive homing ability.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Curlews Nurture their Young Until They Can Fly</h3><p class='facts-content'>Parent curlews vigilantly guard their nests until the chicks have hatched. Both parents tend to their young, feeding and protecting them until they are capable of flight. This shared responsibility is a testament to their nurturing instincts.</p></div></div>
World Curlew Day is celebrated on April 21 every year. In 2024, World Curlew Day will fall on a Sunday.
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