Snowy Owl: Global Conservation Status under CMS (UN Convention)
The inclusion of the Snowy Owl (Bubo scandiacus) in Appendix I of the Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) at COP15 (2026, Brazil) marks a significant step in global wildlife conservation. Appendix I status denotes species threatened with extinction, requiring strict protection measures, including prohibition of hunting and coordinated international conservation efforts. The proposal, led by Norway, was part of a broader de
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