Research & Projects

Working to raise awareness of the bird strike risk generally and specifically yat multiple sites nationally, with closer engagement currently in airport plans proposed for Saemangeum, Gadeokdo and Baengneongdo, and involvement also with Jeju 2, Gyeonggi International within the Hwaseong Wetlands, with various groups and new national alliance.

Supporting develpment of eco-tourism on Baengnyeong Island, as part of inner korean work as well as the airport development works, and the long-term commitment to conservation on the island, in conjunction with Incheon KFEM and others.

Researching and updating checklist for the birds of Korea, with best available data, for an overview in determining conservation priorities.

The Yeoncheon node of Birds Korea is actively working towards multiple priorities within its locality: Identification of suitable areas for Ramsar Site Designation and Jeongok Wetlands Park restoration, in conjunction with various entities, such as Yeoncheon County, University of California Berkeley students, Dr. Miyeon Yoo of Tourism Department and Land Aura.

Strengthening collaboration for conservation in the inner korean border region, with a special focus on cranes and geese, in preparation for the 2026 IUCN Goose Specialist meeting in the Republic of Korea, working with Hanns Seidel.

Pursuing restoration project in the Nakdong Estuary, in conjunction with Nakdong Estuary Eco-Centre and the International Society of Ecological Restoration, to eliminate invasive plants and plant birds-friendly vegetation. A large proportion of the conservation work here would involve public engagement and raising awareness, requiring further collaboration efforts.

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