From shock to hope
Electrocution is one of the most serious threats to birds of prey and many other species that use high- or medium-voltage poles as resting or observation points. Large species, such…
This day was about vultures
Although we dedicate every day to promoting animal rights, protecting the environment, and conserving endangered species, the 4th of October is truly special. It is World Animal Day, a moment…
CREA+BIRD is flying towards a more sustainable future together with the birds!
Environmental and sustainability education can become interactive and participatory through the use of innovative methods that help young people connect with nature. This is the main objective of the CREA+BIRD…
Help collect data, help nature!
You can’t imagine how easy it is to help nature. Take a walk outdoors and record all the bird species you see or hear – this helps us gain a…
Metal boxes: A long-term solution for the conservation of the Red-footed falcon
Over the years, we have paid particular attention to increasing the population of the Red-footed falcon (Falco vespertinus), as this species is listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.…
From monitoring to change
Milvus Group is known to the public primarily for its bird and wildlife protection activities, most of which take place in the field. While this is true, a very important…
An Invisible World
With over one million barriers blocking Europe’s rivers, prioritising dam removal is crucial. This is why the Open Rivers Programme focuses on removing as many small, obsolete dams as possible…
We celebrated nature’s cleaners
Unlike many bird species, scavenger vultures are not seen as “heroes” of nature, even though their role is just as essential. Many consider them sinister birds and associate them with…
Another 4 successful rehabilitations
As in every year, this summer numerous storks arrived at our centre, most of them in their first year of life, in need of care. Some had been orphaned, while…
We are launching the OpenFishMaps database!
On September 15, the birthday of Petru Bănărescu, a distinguished figure in Romanian ichthyology, we are launching our OpenFishMaps database to the general public. Since there are many fish species for…
The exhibition returns in a month
For one month, the Milvus Photocontest exhibition at Târgu Mureș Zoo will be temporarily suspended. If you haven’t yet had the chance to admire the stunning award-winning works from this…
What we destroy in a moment, we rebuild with years of effort
Eight years have passed since we planted 6,250 grey poplar saplings on land owned by the local authorities in Satu Mare, Bihor, Arad and Timiș counties. The planting, carried out…
WEBCAM: 2025 – the highs and the lows
For more than a decade, Milvus Group has been bringing nature closer to people through live broadcasts from two stork nests in Dumbrăvioara (Mureș County). Every year we share in…
A tragic end for Dryan
EN: A tragic end for Dryan We all followed with anxious anticipation the rescue of the Cinereous vulture, Dryan, who at the beginning of July 2025 ventured into a…
Nature Workshop at Vâltoarea Mureșeană Festival
It was very hot, then the rain came, but the weather did not disrupt our plans. For three days, as part of the Vâltoarea Mureșeană Festival, we warmly welcomed both…
Don’t let the EU tear down nature protection
The European Commission wants to roll back vital environmental protections – and they’re asking for your opinion. We have till September 10 to speak up before it’s too late. Tell…
