>From a news item quoted by Laurie Knight:
>
> Researchers now believe the entire Asian population of roseate terns, apart
> from first-year birds, flies to the Swain Reefs, 250km north-east of
> Rockhampton, for its annual migration.
>
> Almost 25,000 birds were counted on six small coral cays during the seven-day
> survey in January.
>
> "This discovery is of special significance as the roseate tern is not yet
> included in the schedule of species covered under the Japan or China-Australia
> Migratory Bird Agreements," he said.
>
> "The agreements draw attention to the value of breeding, roosting and feeding
> grounds for migratory bird species, and ensure they are considered in any
> planning or environmental strategies."
>
And what rise in sea level would it take for the Swains to be completely
inundated at low tide?
Syd
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