May your journey ahead be filled with greater achievements and endless opportunities. Heartfelt congratulations on this remarkable accomplishment!
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Congratulations to all our proud graduates on reaching this remarkable milestone at the 52nd Convocation of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura!
Your hard work, dedication, and unforgettable journey inspire us all. May the future bring you endless opportunities, great achievements, and happiness in everything you pursue.
Wishing you all the very best as you embark on the next chapter of your lives!
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Today, October 17th, we observe International Sawfish Day. Distinctive for their long, tooth-lined rostra, sawfishes are among the ocean’s most iconic and fascinating creatures. Residing in shallow coastal waters, estuaries, and river systems, these unique ray species play a vital role as apex predators, keeping marine food webs balanced and ecosystems healthy.
Unfortunately, these prehistoric marvels face an uncertain future. Overfishing, habitat loss, and entanglement in discarded fishing gear have driven all five species of sawfish to the brink of extinction. Because their saw-like snouts easily snag in nets, human activities have dramatically reduced their populations worldwide, making all the five species of sawfish as one of the most critically endangered families of marine species on the planet.
However, informed conservation efforts and collective action can rewrite their story. Here is how we can act to protect sawfishes:
⭕️Prevent Bycatch: Encourage and adopt sustainable fishing practices that reduce net entanglements and allow safe release.
⭕️Protect Coastal Habitats: Safeguard crucial mangrove forests, estuaries, and river mouths where sawfishes live and breed.
⭕️Support Conservation Research: Back marine research initiatives and report sawfish sightings to help scientists monitor populations.
⭕️Spread Awareness: Educate communities about the ecological importance of sawfishes to reduce illegal trade and hunting.
Let us unite to safeguard these extraordinary ocean legends through responsible actions. Together, we can ensure that the ancient saws continue to glide through our seas for generations to come.
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Celebrating a remarkable milestone of academic excellence, dedication, and perseverance. May this achievement mark the beginning of a successful journey filled with new opportunities, meaningful contributions, and continued accomplishments.
Wishing all graduands a bright and prosperous future as they step into the next chapter of their lives.
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World Migratory Bird Day | 2026
World Migratory Bird Day is celebrated twice a year, on May 9 in the spring and October 10 in the fall in 2026. This year’s theme, “Every Bird Counts – Your Observations Matter,” reminds us that even small efforts, such as observing birds and recording information about them, can make a difference in protecting these amazing travellers.
Seven bird species have been selected as ambassadors for this year’s campaign: Cinnamon Teal, Merlin, Ruby-throated Hummingbird, Barn Swallow, American Oystercatcher, Spoon-billed Sandpiper, and Abdim’s Stork. These birds help highlight the importance of community participation in understanding and conserving migratory birds.
Bird migration is one of nature’s most fascinating journeys. More than 2,000 bird species travel thousands of kilometres in search of suitable places to feed, breed, and raise their young. Along the way, they play an important role in keeping ecosystems healthy by controlling insect populations, pollinating plants, and spreading seeds.
However, these incredible journeys are becoming more challenging due to climate change, habitat loss, plastic pollution, and other human activities. Protecting migratory birds is therefore not only a responsibility of conservationists but something we can all contribute to.
Interestingly, World Migratory Bird Day 2026 also marks the 60th anniversary of the International Waterbird Census, which helps monitor waterbird populations around the world and supports their conservation.
By observing birds, sharing our sightings, and protecting their habitats, we can help safeguard their future. After all, every bird matters, and every observation can contribute to a better understanding of their lives.
“Protect their wings, keep their journeys alive!”
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