As part of its environmental activities aimed at protecting biodiversity in Libya, the Libyan Society for Birds conducted a field trip to Qataia Island on Saturday, 1 July 2023, in collaboration with the Bessida Society for the Protection of Farwa Island and Lake and the Department of Zoology, Faculty of Science, University of Tripoli.

The objectives of this trip were to:

• Monitor the nesting of the Common Tern (Sterna hirundo) and Little Tern (Sternula albifrons) at one of their most important breeding sites (Qataia Island).
• Assess nesting success and identify factors affecting it, including climate change and environmental challenges.
• Explore possible solutions to ensure the continued breeding of these species at the site.

In conclusion, the team extends its sincere thanks and appreciation to all who contributed to the success of this field trip, and to everyone involved in protecting the environment and conserving endangered species, thereby supporting ecological balance and the sustainable use of natural resources.