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The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds
Male pallid harrier shot illegally on Malta Adult male swallow in flight Injured turtle dove
Help us halt illegal hunting

Millions of migratory birds are ruthlessly slaughtered on their way to their breeding grounds in Europe. More than 100 species are being illegally killed.

Malta is one of the very worst offenders. The island is an important resting place for birds migrating over the Mediterranean, but during spring and autumn, hunters blast birds out of the skies in incredible numbers. 

Every year, many, many thousands of birds are shot or trapped there.

What do we hope to achieve?

Your donation will help support BirdLife Malta, the island's wild bird conservation body, so they can monitor the situation, pass evidence to law enforcement agencies, and teach future generations to cherish the island's wild birds.

Find out more

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The birds which arrive safely on our shores are the lucky ones, having avoided the hails of lead shot used in Malta.

Why we need your help

To support the people striving to protect wild birds in southern Europe

3 ways to donate

You can donate by secure online form, by telephone or by post.

1. Secure online form

Donating online is easy and ensures that more of your money is used for conservation.

Donate by credit or debit card

2. By telephone

Our Membership Services team can also take donations over the phone.

01767 693 680

9 am to 5 pm, Monday to Friday

3. By post

We can accept donations by cheque too. Please make cheques payable to The RSPB and send them to:

Help us halt illegal hunting
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The RSPB speaks out for birds and wildlife, tackling the problems that threaten our environment. We rely upon memberships and donations to fund our work. Nature is amazing - help us keep it that way. More...

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Last published: 15/10/2007 12:01:22
Show/hide picture credits
Male pallid harrier shot illegally on Malta - (BirdLife International)
Adult male swallow in flight - Graham Catley
Turtle dove with injury to neck caused by illegal trapping - Guy Shorrock (rspb-images.com, Ref: 2000_1901_000)