THE GREAT
AMERICAN
ROAD TRIP
The Atlantic Americas Flyway, which connects breeding grounds in the Canadian Arctic
Archipelago with wintering grounds in the Caribbean and eastern South America,
is one of eight major migratory routes — or flyways — used by birds throughout the world.
It is favoured by both passerines and shorebirds, thanks to its plentiful coastal habitats,
and the flat, easy-to-navigate landscape. However, some of this flyway’s most vital stopover
sites are under threat. To combat declines, the BirdLife Partnership is working to protect
chains of vital habitats along the entirety of the world’s longest north-to-south landmass
Alex Dale & Irene Lorenzo
GOING SOUTH