As part of the Libyan Society for Birds’ ongoing programs to monitor populations and nesting of the White Stork (Ciconia ciconia) in Libya, Mr. Mahfouz Al-Ruqai contacted Professor Khaled Etayeb, President of the Society, reporting an unusual gathering of approximately 160 individuals at a farm in the Al-Heera area.

In response to this valuable information, a team from the Libyan Society for Birds conducted a field visit to the site on Tuesday, 25 March 2025, aiming to document the number of birds accurately and check for any ringed individuals, which could provide insights into their migration routes. Upon arrival, the team observed that the storks had already left the site, prompting a survey of the surrounding areas to locate the flock; however, no individuals were found.

These initiatives highlight the importance of engaging local communities in documenting species and studying their movements, contributing to a better understanding of the ecological patterns of migratory birds. The Libyan Society for Birds expresses its sincere thanks and appreciation to Mr. Mahfouz Al-Ruqai for his cooperation and dedication in reporting this sighting and encourages all community members to participate in wildlife monitoring and report similar observations to support scientific efforts in bird conservation and habitat protection.