Argentina actively participated in the Global Big Day 2025, the world’s largest birdwatching event organized by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology.
The country stood out by recording 721 species, ranking 11th worldwide out of over 200 participating countries.
Global Big Day 2025: Argentina’s Prominent Position in Birdwatching
In this edition held on May 10, more than 1.7 million people across 203 countries recorded a total of 7931 bird species. This represents over 75% of all known species on the planet.
Argentina distinguished itself by recording 721 species, placing 11th globally out of over 200 participating countries.
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This event highlights the importance of protected areas in Argentina, such as the National Parks, which host a rich biodiversity and are essential for the conservation of local wildlife.
During the Global Big Day, more than 35 national parks actively participated, organizing observation activities and recording a wide variety of species.
For instance, Tierra del Fuego National Park reported 78% of the expected species, followed by El Rey National Park in Salta with 73%, and Campo San Juan Federal Park in Misiones with 67%.
Only the Costanera Sur Ecological Reserve in Buenos Aires city hosts 343 species, including native and exotic ones.
The Importance of Global Big Day
Participation in the Global Big Day not only contributes to scientific knowledge about birdlife but also promotes ecotourism and citizen science.
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It fosters community involvement in birdwatching and recording activities. The information collected during this event is valuable for conservation studies and species monitoring.
It was an opportunity for Argentina to demonstrate its commitment to biodiversity conservation. Additionally, it stood out globally for its active participation and the registration of a significant number of bird species.
