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Snowy Owl under the UN Convention
April 4 , 2026
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- Snowy Owl has been given international protection under the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS).
- Snowy owl (Bubo scandiacus) is a large white bird found mainly in Arctic tundra regions of North America and Eurasia.
- It is different from most owls as it is active during both day and night (not strictly nocturnal).
- It is listed as Vulnerable in the IUCN Red List due to climate change and habitat loss.
- CMS protection helps improve international cooperation to conserve migratory species across countries.
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