Convention on Migratory Species is a convention under UNEP that aims a conservation of migratory species.
- It aims to conserve terrestrial, marine, and avian migratory species across their ranges.
- It is also known as the Bonn Convention.
- It has Appendix I and Appendix II as categories. Appendix I protects threatened animals, and Appendix II focuses on those that need international cooperation.
- India is a signatory to treaty and has agreements on the conservation of Siberian Cranes, Marine Turtles, Dugongs, and Raptors.
- It helps in maintaining ecological connectivity across borders.
How do migratory animals help?
- They act as pollinators and seed distributors which contribute to ecosystem structure and function.
- Provide food for other animals and regulate the number of species in ecosystems.
- Effective indicators of environmental change.
- Prime attractions for ecotourists such as bird spotters or whale watchers.
- Migratory species have a great significance in many cultures.
Source: Down To Earth