After bird flu wiped out colony in 2022, Sandwich terns return in record numbers

In an inspiring turn of events, Sandwich Terns have returned to Pagham Harbour in unprecedented numbers following a devastating bird flu outbreak. Thanks to dedicated habitat restoration and predator management efforts, conservationists have helped establish one of England's largest breeding colonies. The sight of flourishing chicks this breeding season, nourished by ample food resources, signals a promising recovery for seabird populations grappling with the aftermath of disease.