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In 2022, bird flu caused an entire Sandwichtern colony in England to be abandoned

TOI World Desk26 Aug 2026, 07:09 pmUpdated 1h ago1 min readWorldWorld

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In 2022, bird flu caused an entire Sandwich tern colony in England to be abandoned

In an inspiring turn of events, Sandwich Terns have returned to Pagham Harbour in unprecedented numbers following a devastating bird flu outbreak. Thanks to dedicated habitat restoration and predator management efforts, conservationists have helped establish one of England's largest breeding colonies. The sight of flourishing chicks this breeding season, nourished by ample food resources, signals a promising recovery for seabird populations grappling with the aftermath of disease.

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Source: Times of India · TOI World Desk. Published 26 Aug 2026, 07:09 pm.

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