The summons requires an answer within 21 days, according to the filing dated Wednesday in federal court in the Eastern District of New York
americas1 hour ago
It's the time of the year again when migratory birds fly hundreds and thousands of kilometres to the UAE from across the world to find a suitable habitat to feed, breed and raise their young.
Various species of small and big-sized birds come here, such as seagulls, plovers, sandpipers, ducks, teals, godwits, cormorants, larks, ruffs, snipes and different types of gulls. And it's always a sight to behold for residents and tourists alike: The avian travellers spreading their wings and finding refuge at the historic Dubai Creek to the wide expanse of Ras Al Khor Wildlife sanctuary in Dubai to the Gold Souq, Buheira Corniche and Al Qasba in Sharjah, the Ajman Corniche to Khor Lake in Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah beach.
The UAE, which is part of the Palaearctic-Asian flyway, has long been a preferred destination for these winged travellers because of its abundant marine food sources, lagoons and mudflats. The country is blessed with milder coastal climates in winter and its inland waterways and mangroves, and salt marshes are important layovers for birds fleeing the icy regions.
Sometimes, we are left in awe at how the migratory birds find their flyways. According to experts, birds use "to orientate by the sun during the day, by the stars at night, and by the geomagnetic field at any time. Some species can even detect polarised light, which many migrating birds may use for navigation at night."
But as much as we enjoy feeding or taking photos of them at the parks, we should also be reminded that we have a duty to protect them. Migratory birds need protection. They endure a perilous journey which involves a wide range of threats, some caused by human activities.
Most of us UAE residents can actually relate to these birds. Because like them, we are also migrants in this beautiful country. Therefore, we all have the responsibility to be good stewards of our environment. Just by ensuring that bird sanctuaries are devoid of rubbish, we are already doing our part in protecting them. We make it possible for them to fly for hundreds and thousands kilometres more - freely and safely.
- angel@khaleejtimes.com
The summons requires an answer within 21 days, according to the filing dated Wednesday in federal court in the Eastern District of New York
americas1 hour ago
The agreement commits developed nations to pay $300 billion a year by 2035 to help developing countries cut emissions and prepare for worsening disasters
asia1 hour ago
Gillet's bungalow is also home to a venomous Gabonese viper, a spitting cobra, a python, alligator turtles, tarantulas and scorpions
europe1 hour ago
More than four million items were handed in to Tokyo Metropolitan Police last year, with about 70% of valuables successfully reunited with their owners
asia1 hour ago
Channel ports and airports in Britain were badly affected while in France, tens of thousands remained without power
europe1 hour ago
Verstappen also ruled out speculation that he may leave Red Bull, the team which has nurtured his talent and taken him to the top of the sport
sports1 hour ago
Spinner Nathan Lyon was the only multiple wicket-taker for the hosts with 2-96 off 39 overs
cricket2 hours ago
Organised every 25 years by the Catholic Church, the Jubilee is intended as a time of conversion and penance for the faithful, with cultural and religious events
europe2 hours ago