Convention on Wetlands

Intergovernmental treaty providing frameworks for the conservation & wise use of wetlands & their resources. Secretary General: @MumbaMusondam

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Protecting wetlands means protecting biodiversity.

Can you identify the bird in the photo?

#WetlandsMatter #ConventionOnWetlands

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Wetlands—including marshes, swamps, peatlands, mangroves and lakeshores—cover only about 6% of the Earth's land surface, yet they support around 40% of all plant and animal species and provide essential benefits for people and nature.

Which is the closest Wetland near you? Share the name and find out if it is on the list of Ramsar wetland of International Importance
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#WetlandsMatter #ConventionOnWetlands #Ramsar

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💧 What is the true cost of losing wetlands?

The Global Wetland Outlook 2025, the most comprehensive reports on wetlands, reveals the scale of wetland loss worldwide, the economic and social consequences of inaction, and the investments needed to reverse the trend.

By linking data, economics, policy, and practice, GWO 2025 provides a clear roadmap to:
🌱 Restore degraded wetlands
🛡️ Prevent further loss
🤝 Sustainably manage wetlands for future generations

The GWO2025 is more than a report, it’s a roadmap for action.

You can access this report on our website via this link: https://t.co/VH8KLnb3uH

#GWO2025 #WetlandsMatter #EcosystemServices #NaturePositive #ClimateResilience #RestoreNature

[MoEF&CC @moefcc]

Today's #RamsarSpotlight takes us to Keoladeo National Park in Rajasthan.

Established in the 1850s as a royal hunting reserve for the Maharajas and the British, the park is also home to the Keoladeo Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva.

According to local legend, the temple was built after villagers discovered a buried Shiva Linga beneath a tree where a cow regularly poured its milk. The park is also locally known as "Ghana", referring to its dense canopy.

#WetlandsofIndia

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Copilot said: 🐧❄️ Climate change is pushing iconic Antarctic species closer to extinction.

The emperor penguin and Antarctic fur seal are now listed as Endangered on the @IUCNRedList highlighting the growing impact of a warming planet on biodiversity.

🌿 Protecting and restoring wetlands is part of the solution. Wetlands store carbon, help regulate the climate, and support a more resilient future for nature and people alike.
#climatechange #WetlandsMatter #iucnredlist

Read more: https://t.co/mapf72kesC

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💧 What happens when one of Europe’s largest rivers starts running dry?

On the Loire River in France, drought is reducing water levels, exposing sandbanks, and threatening activities that depend on continuous river flow.

The story is a reminder of why protecting wetlands and river ecosystems is essential in a warming world.

👉 Read more: https://t.co/oMv5yEjefC

#WetlandsConservation #ClimateAction #FreshwaterEcosystems #WetlandsMatter

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On 10 July 2026, the Secretary General to the Convention on Wetlands Dr Musonda Mumba signed the Agreement between the Secretariat of the Convention on Wetlands and the Government of the Republic of Panama, on hosting of the upcoming COP16.

The agreement, signed by H.E. Juan Carlos Navarro, Minister of Environment, lays the framework for the Conference of the Contracting Parties that will take place in Panama City between 7 and 15 June 2028.

The Secretary General thanked the Panamanian authorities, represented by Vice Minister Oscar Vallarino Bernat, for their partnership and commitment to advancing global wetland conservation.

#COP16 #ConventionOnWetlands #WetlandsMatter

[UN Development @UNDP]

Indigenous Peoples were among the first to notice our planet’s changing climate.

Their warnings and solutions deserve more recognition.

As record-breaking heatwaves and cold waves affect all corners of the world, it’s high time we listen. 👉 https://t.co/9g84lMr10p

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🌍 Extreme heat is no longer a future threat—it is a present reality.

💧 Healthy wetlands can help reduce heat by cooling surrounding areas, storing water during droughts, and increasing climate resilience for people and nature.

“Let us ensure that Earth information is not only collected — but also understood, accessible, and actionable for all.” Celeste Saulo, WMO Secretary-General
https://t.co/CzBwe3ObG5

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🔥 Cities are heating fast due to urban heat islands
🌿 More wetlands + green spaces = cooler, healthier cities
💧 Follow our week-long campaign
#ConventionOnWetlands #WetlandsMatter

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“Countries can continue to use the Caribbean Wetlands Regional Initiative (CARIWET) RRI to strengthen relationships and coordinate action to lay out priorities and address challenges of the region.” – Dr Musonda Mumba speaks at the Regional High-Level Event on the Wise Use of Wetlands for Climate Change Mitigation and Ecosystem Conservation in Jamaica.

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🌿 Urban nature = parks, wetlands, rivers
💧 These spaces cool cities & build resilience
We need more of them.

#GreenCities #ConventionOnWetlands #WetlandsMatter

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🌿 Protecting Caribbean Wetlands is Investing in Climate Resilience

The Secretary General to the Convention on Wetlands Dr Musonda Mumba gave her remarks at the regional high level dialogue in Jamaica that concludes today.

Since 1970, the world has lost 22% of its wetlands, and nearly 25% of those remaining are in poor ecological condition. In the Caribbean, wetlands such as mangroves, coral reefs, and other vital ecosystems support biodiversity, livelihoods, and food security.

As climate change intensifies hurricanes, flooding, and other natural hazards, conserving and restoring wetlands is more important than ever. Protecting these ecosystems is essential for building resilience, supporting communities, and advancing sustainable development.

#WetlandsMatter #ClimateResilience #CaribbeanWetlands #ConventionOnWetlands

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Secretary General Dr. Musonda Mumba is in Jamaica attending the Regional High-Level Event on the Wise Use of Wetlands for Climate Change Mitigation and Ecosystem Conservation.

During a panel discussion, she emphasized that global climate challenges cannot be addressed in isolation. Instead, they require coordinated action, strong partnerships, and collective solutions to safeguard wetlands and strengthen climate resilience.
#ConventionOnWetlands #WetlandsMatter

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🌡️ Green spaces can cool cities by several degrees
💧 Wetlands enhance that effect
Nature = climate control
#ConventionOnWetlands #WetlandsMatter #ReduceHeatWaves

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🌿 Urban nature =
💧 flood protection
🌱 cleaner air
😊 better well-being
Cooler cities AND healthier lives

#ConventionOnWetlands #WetlandsMatter

[IUCN @IUCN]

💧People’s lives and livelihoods depend on access to water and global demand is expected to ⬆️ 50% by 2030.
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The world must equitably and sustainably manage water to provide for a growing human population.
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Learn how➡️ https://t.co/gWGG4CTw8H

[Environment Canada @environmentca]

1/2 Ready to showcase Canada’s climate leadership at #COP31?

We invite industry, innovators, Indigenous Peoples, youth, civil society, and governments to propose an event for the Canada Pavilion.!

Info: https://t.co/tDLm1vUmgL

[NECA @shiny_africa]

How do you protect a wetland? You involve the people who live around it.

NECA is leading the charge in changing mindsets around Bihinga. Through daily field monitoring, environmental education, and building sustainable eco-tourism, we are bridging the gap between human livelihoods and wild biodiversity. What makes Bihinga truly unique is its role inside the Albertine Rift. It serves as a vital sanctuary acting as the ultimate breeding ground for majestic Grey Crowned Cranes (Umusambi).

Even more remarkably, it is a critical last stronghold for the endangered Grauer's Swamp Warbler.
#CommunityConservation #AlbertineRift #NECAInAction