Martin Abbas Hellicar, known for his impactful work at BirdLife Cyprus, leaves behind a legacy of environmental advocacy and dedication to preserving Cyprus’s natural habitats and bird species. With a background in academic research and journalism, his passion for sustaining biodiversity continues to inspire conservation efforts in Cyprus and beyond.
Martin Hellicar’s legacy lives on through his unwavering dedication to environmental conservation as Director of BirdLife Cyprus and a respected environmental journalist. His impact is felt in the thriving bird populations and preserved ecosystems of Cyprus, a testament to his lifelong commitment to protecting nature.
The Akamas peninsula is facing environmental threats from oversized road construction and irresponsible development, endangering habitats of species like the European eel. The Griffon vulture is at risk of extinction due to poison baits and power line collisions, with necessary safety measures still not implemented by the Electricity Authority of Cyprus.
Vultures in Cyprus face critical endangerment due to electrocution by electricity poles, with recent incidents causing significant decline in their already dwindling population. Urgent action by the Electricity Authority of Cyprus is needed to implement mitigation measures, such as insulating poles and marking power lines, in order to protect these majestic birds essential for ecological balance.
