Simar Nature Reserve

29/08/2026

💧 What’s really in the water at Simar Nature Reserve?

Join us for World Water Monitoring Day and discover how we monitor water quality and why healthy wetlands matter for wildlife.

📍 Simar Nature Reserve
📅 Sunday, 27 September
🕙 10:00–16:00
🎟 Free entry | No booking required

Bring your questions and discover what’s beneath the water’s surface!

14/07/2026

🌿 Summer at Simar means getting our hands dirty for nature! 💪

Behind every thriving wetland is plenty of hard work. This time, a big thank you goes to the team at Ciantar Group for rolling up their sleeves and helping us improve habitats for wildlife at Simar Nature Reserve. Every helping hand makes a difference! 💚

Footage: Vera Tokmakova
Editing: Simone Davide Brunori

16/06/2026

19/05/2026

🐦💚 When birds are given protection, peace, and the right habitat, nature responds.

At Simar Nature Reserve, a pair of Common Coots chose to stay, nest, and raise their chicks; a beautiful reminder of why protecting wetlands and wildlife matters. 🌿

Conservation works when we give nature a chance.

Footage: Vera Tokmakova, Aron Tanti and Mario V. Gauci.
Editing: Antonia Micallef

03/04/2026

Please note that Simar Nature Reserve will be closed on Good Friday and Easter Sunday. Thank you for your understanding.

02/04/2026

A wonderful evening at Sip, Soak & Savour yesterday at Salina, celebrating Aron Tanti’s 'A hundred experiences of a bird photographer in Malta'.

Those who pre-ordered the book had the opportunity to meet Aron, hear about the experiences behind his photography, and get their copies signed - a great way to bring this publication to life.

📌 A reminder to those who pre-ordered: your books are ready for collection from your selected location.

📖 For anyone who missed the pre-order, copies are still available for purchase at our Nature Reserves at €20 each.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and supported this publication.

27/03/2026

Simar buffer zone transformed into a natural and accessible space for the community

A buffer zone next to Simar Nature Reserve has been transformed into a new natural space for the public. The 3,200-square-metre site, long affected by illegal dumping despite repeated clean-ups by BirdLife Malta, now offers restored habitats and safe access for visitors.

BirdLife Malta’s Head of Land Management, Mark Gauci, said the project reflects the organisation’s mission to benefit both nature and people. “Our aim is for this site to be open daily, free of charge. It offers a space where people can relax in nature. This is a nature reserve, not a garden, where nature takes priority.”

Architect Benjamin Vassallo, Head of Project Design at Project Green, said all works respected Natura 2000 regulations and the site’s ecosystem. He noted that plant species present are essential for restoring the natural habitat.

BirdLife Malta secured funding in 2022 through Project Green’s Community Greening Grant Scheme. The European Union financed 75% of the project, with the Maltese Government covering the remainder.

The restored area was inaugurated in the presence of Environment Minister Miriam Dalli and European Funds Minister Stefan Zrinzo Azzopardi, alongside Project Green, the St Paul’s Bay Local Council, and BirdLife Malta.

The site was redesigned to enhance biodiversity, safety, and accessibility. Works included new walking paths, picnic benches, information panels, native planting, habitat restoration, and a brackish-water pond reflecting Simar’s ecosystem. No lighting was installed to protect sensitive wildlife.

Safety measures include CCTV, boundary walls, gates, and fire prevention features. Improved access now allows more than 700 nearby residents to reach the site within a ten-minute walk.

Simar Nature Reserve, managed by BirdLife Malta, is a Ramsar site within the Natura 2000 network. The restored buffer zone strengthens its ecological value while providing a new space for the public to enjoy and learn about nature.

Project Green Sostenibilità Fondi Ewropej Kunsill Lokali San Pawl il-Baħar

07/02/2026

21/01/2026

Nature reserve reopens

As from today, BirdLife Malta’s Simar Nature Reserve is open as usual and ready to welcome visitors.

We look forward to seeing you! Enjoy your visit and thank you for supporting nature conservation. 🐦

19/01/2026

Weather Notice - Nature Reserves Closed Today

Due to strong winds and unsettled weather forecast across Malta today, Simar Nature Reserve, will be closed for public safety.

Conditions are expected to be very windy with gusts throughout the day, which could make trails and open areas hazardous.

We’ll update you as conditions improve. Thank you for your understanding and please stay safe.