Tag #Goose Population Decline

How do the changes in Doñana's waterfowl populations reflect the broader impact of climate change and human activity on the park's biodiversity?

The drastic reduction in Doñana's water resources, exacerbated by climate change and unsustainable water extraction, has severely impacted its wetland ecosystem. This is evidenced by the sharp decline in wintering waterfowl, particularly the common shelduck, whose population has fallen to a record low. The consequences extend to the broader European ecosystem, as Doñana once hosted 70% of the continent's common shelduck population.