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Launch of the 2026 Avian Election Initiative

Nature conservation organization NABU announces ballot for Bird of the Year 2026, featuring five contenders: Blackbird, Pheasant, Little Owl, Tawny Owl, and an additional species.

Launch of the 2026 Bird of the Year Voting Initiative
Launch of the 2026 Bird of the Year Voting Initiative

Launch of the 2026 Avian Election Initiative

The race to be crowned Bird of the Year 2026 is heating up, with voting now open online. The NABU nature conservation association is conducting the vote, and the winners will be announced on October 9th.

Five species have made it to the final round: the Blackbird, Pheasant, Barn Owl, Tawny Owl, and Little Grebe. Each of these birds has an associated conservation theme, reflecting the importance of protecting various types of habitats.

The Blackbird's conservation theme is the protection of natural gardens, while the Pheasant's theme is the preservation of open landscapes. The Barn Owl and Tawny Owl are both champions for the preservation of wetlands and grasslands, as well as forests and woodlands, respectively. The Little Grebe, on the other hand, is a symbol for the protection of freshwater habitats.

Voting for Bird of the Year 2026 is simple and convenient. All you need to do is visit vogeldesjahres.de and cast your vote for your favourite bird.

The winner of the competition will not only receive the title of Bird of the Year 2026 but will also serve as a powerful symbol for the conservation of the chosen species' habitat. Each conservation theme in the competition aims to save different types of endangered birds and their habitats, from natural gardens to saving endangered field birds.

So, don't wait any longer! Cast your vote for Bird of the Year 2026 today and help make a difference for the future of our feathered friends. The voting closes on October 9th, so be sure to make your voice heard before it's too late. The winner will be announced on the same day, so stay tuned to find out who will be crowned the Bird of the Year 2026.

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