International Waterbird Census

International Waterbird Census Join the IWC60 More on https://wetlands.org/iwc60 It is time to change that. We acted as a catalyst and involved all governments and partners.

The International Waterbird Census is the work of thousands of volunteers worldwide dedicated to counting waterbirds annually to conserve waterbirds and wetlands. 2016 marked the 50th count of the International Waterbird Census (IWC), an important moment to celebrate the achievements of the global partnership of organisations and individuals who make it happen. Until now the waterbird counts got l

ocal attention in several regions, but in most cases the connection with wetlands and international flyways was under valued. We will start the celebrations with the waterbirds count in January and have a follow-up with several other activities during the year. In 2016 Wetlands International launched a year long global campaign to inspire and promote actions for the conservation of wetlands along the flyways. More on: http://archive.wetlands.org/OurWork/Biodiversity/50YearsoftheInternationalWaterbirdCensusLetsMakeitCount/tabid/3831/Default.aspx

22/12/2025
22/12/2025

IWSG Small Project Grants: Deadline extension!

The deadline for the IWSG Small Project Grant is usually 1st December, but we have decided to extend it until the end of the year, 31st December 2025.

The IWSG Small Projects Grant has been funding small, but important projects in South America, Asia, Africa and Europe, so far. North and Central America, the Caribbean, Oceania and Antarctica still have yet to be funded. This year might be the year, though!

More information and the application form can be found on the link in our bio or
https://www.waderstudygroup.org/projects/small-grants

Any wader/shorebird related subject will be considered.

We have supported wader counts in important areas of Venezuela, Bangladesh and Albania. Human impact studies in Argentina, prey studies in Malaysia, Norway and Bangladesh. Also, breeding biology studies in Ghana and Nepal as well as movement studies in Europe and South America. You could submit something similar, or something completely different.

We eagerly await your applications.

The Small Project Grant Committee.

Very happy to be able to share the Russian version of the new IWC brochure. Many thanks to Khurshid Alimov of the Centra...
21/12/2025

Very happy to be able to share the Russian version of the new IWC brochure. Many thanks to Khurshid Alimov of the Central Asian Conservation Network for volunteering to do it.

Hopefully this informs and encourages people in Russian speaking countries to learn more about the census and contribute to the upcoming special IWC60!

https://iwc.wetlands.org/static/files/RU_brochure_IWC_2025.pdf

Join us and make a difference for waterbird and wetland conservation!
03/12/2025

Join us and make a difference for waterbird and wetland conservation!

Every year since 1967, tens of thousands of people have stepped into their local wetlands — from icy lakes to tropical intertidal flats — to take part in the International Waterbird Census (IWC). From coastal areas in northern Europe to tropical estuaries in Asia and Africa, volunteers and profe...

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Decades of dedication! People have counted waterbirds for the International Waterbird Census, or IWC, for more than 50 years. This page helps celebrate and coordinate that great work, and its purpose–safeguarding and expanding a network of wetland sites where the waterbirds migrate, to keep the bird populations healthy. Please also search for your regional or local coordinator for details of your local counts, most of which happen in January and February.

These bird species sometimes feel like they are only of our place, our climate, our local wetlands—but of course every year we see many of them flock and fly away, often to a different continent. While we cannot stretch our wings and fly, this page can help bridge the distance between people. Where in the world do you count waterbirds?

The IWC is coordinated by a global NGO, Wetlands International, and that means the data collected is going straight into work about the most important places for the birds. In particular, identifying the risks to the migration flyways, such as climate change and habitat loss, and working with people who use or govern those places to make sure ‘our’ waterbirds can thrive in their migration. In case you ever doubted it, your bird counts count!