Bangladesh is a perfect destination for migratory birds. Every year, thousands of birds make this temperate country their temporary home, seeking respite from extreme cold. Most of these birds come from the mountainous regions in the northern parts of the subcontinent, namely the Himalayas and beyond. Some species come from different parts of Europe and far eastern part of Siberia. Generally, they stay with us from September-October to March-April. However, the number of these birds is decreasing day by day probably due to illegal poaching, overcrowding, polluted environment and lack of food.
Birds are friends of nature. They enhance the beauty of the environment. They eat various kinds of insects and keep crops free from diseases. A number of people in our country, however, do not have any sympathy for these migratory birds. In particular, the people of the villages are not sympathetic to migratory birds. They catch these birds and sell them in the market. According to experts, even a decade ago, more than 200 species of migratory birds used to come to our country. This number is declining fats every year. It should not be forgotten that birds are part of the environment. Undoubtedly, they can play an important role in maintaining the balance of the environment. Above all, public awareness should be created against the poaching of migratory birds.
Md. Syful Mia,
Student of Department of Islamic History and Culture,
University of Chittagong, Chattogram,
syfulmia888@gmail.com