Around the world, 121 species of birds have not been documented in the last decade. Can you help find them?
Catch up on the latest news and stories about Lost Birds from around the world
While looking for one of the world’s rarest birds in a region with a complicated history, wildlife photographer Shareef Khaddafi Hairal found a species lacking documentation for almost two decades.
Which birds were rediscovered in 2025? Are any new birds being added to the Lost Birds list in 2026? Those questions and more in the 2026 list update.
Five expeditions will set out this year to search for nine lost bird species around the world.
We strive to understand and promote species of birds that are currently ‘lost’, meaning that at least 10 years have passed since they were last confirmed by photographs, sound recordings, or physical documentation. The Search for Lost Birds is a global partnership between American Bird Conservancy, Re:wild, and BirdLife International.
