Today, 15 October, the Committee Against Bird Slaughter is to receive the 2026 EuroNatur Award. The organisation is being honoured for its outstanding commitment to the protection of migratory birds and for the fearlessness with which its activists take action against poachers.

Learn more about two decades of scientific research, cross-border collaboration and hope for Europe’s rarest cat species in our webinar on 19 October 2026 at 6.30 pm

[Translate to Englisch:] Das Komitee gegen den Vogelmord hat am 15. Oktober den EuroNatur-Preis 2026 erhalten. Ausgezeichnet wurde der Verein für sein großes Engagement im Zugvogelschutz und die Unerschrockenheit, mit der die Aktiven des Komitees gegen die Wilderer in Europa und im Nahen Osten vorgehen.

Whether breathtaking landscapes, curious moments or hidden beauty: The spectacular photographs of the Euronatur photo competition "European Treasures of Nature" are as varied as Europe's nature. See the twelve winning photos here.

We lead projects all over Europe to protect precious wildlife and habitats. We believe that humans and nature should coexist in harmony. We work together, across borders. We support people who are calling for change. Learn more!

Whether it's wild rivers, primary forests or cultural landscapes; migratory birds or Europe's large carnivores: across a wide range of subject areas, we’re fighting for Europe's natural heritage and a reorientation of European environmental policy. Find out more!

We’re committed to safeguarding the future of Europe's natural heritage. Please help us by getting involved in cooperative nature conservation work across Europe. Check here to see which of our opportunities is right for you.