Together Safeguarding Endangered Birds
Hong Kong, despite its small size, is home to diverse habitats for many globally endangered bird species. Among the recorded 578 species of birds in Hong Kong, 66 species are listed as threatened according to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)’s Red List of Threatened Species. These species are categorized based on their extinction risk, including Critically Endangered (CR), Endangered (EN), Vulnerable (VU), and Near Threatened (NT).
In recent years, endangered bird species in Hong Kong have faced challenges such as habitat loss, posing significant threats to their survival and pushing them towards the risk of extinction.
HKBWS will organize the first Flag Day on streets in the New Territories on 21 August 2024 (Wed). The theme of the Flag Day is "Bird Guardians, Assemble!" and we sincerely invite everyone to join us in raising funds to protect endangered bird species in Hong Kong. All donations will be used to support our bird and habitat conservation work.
Your support is important to us to carry on our work to safeguard Hong Kong's birds and their habitats through education, scientific research, habitat management, and advocacy for conservation policies.
Your donations can prevent the extinction of endangered species and protect them from further endangerment! Join us now as a Bird Guardian.
Donate to become a Bird Guardian
Donate the specified amount to receive a Gold Flag or Bird Guardian set as a reward!
Limited quantity while stocks last. Photos are for reference only, and the actual rewards shall take precedence and prevail.
Register as Flag Day volunteers
Individuals and organizations are welcome to register as Flag Day volunteers. A flag sheet featuring endangered bird species and a certificate will be given upon completion of the Flag Day.
Date | 21st August 2024 (Wed)
Region | New Territories
Including but not limited to Sha Tin District, Tai Wai District, Kwai Chung District, Tsuen Wan District, Tai Po District, Yuen Long District, Tuen Mun District, and North District.
Time | 7:00AM to 12:30PM
Including but not limited to Sha Tin District, Tai Wai District, Kwai Chung District, Tsuen Wan District, Tai Po District, Yuen Long District, Tuen Mun District, and North District.
Time | 7:00AM to 12:30PM
*Photos are for reference only, and the actual rewards shall take precedence and prevail.
Become a Fundraising Ambassador
Create your own Online Flag Bag and become a Fundraising Ambassador to fundraise from your friends and family anytime, anywhere through social media platforms or instant messaging apps.
- Raise HK$1,500 or more: receive an exclusive Yellow-breasted Bunting reward package. The package includes a metal pin featuring the critically endangered Yellow-breasted Bunting, a masking tape featuring endangered bird species, and an A4 full-page Gold Flag of specially designed stickers featuring endangered bird species in Hong Kong.
*Pictures are for reference purposes only, and the actual rewards shall take precedence and prevail.
Experience Bird Conservation Work
Donate HK$15,000 or above
Experience Conservation Work
Make a one-off donation of HK$15,000 or above to become a “Senior” and have the opportunity to participate in bird conservation work. Under the guidance of bird researchers, you will gain an in-depth understanding of bird conservation works.
- Have first-hand experience in conducting bird study
- Train up bird identification skills
- Recognize the association between bird ecology and their habitats
- Learn about Hong Kong's migratory birds
- Understand bird study methodologies
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The Director of Social Welfare has given approval to three organisations to sell flags in Hong Kong Island region, Kowloon region and the New Territories region respectively on 21 August 2024 and HKBWS is authorised to conduct flag sale in New Territories region on that day.
Public Subscription Permit No. FD/R036/2024
