OKAY, HERE’S THE STORY

Set the scene.

ERA lists Comino, Cominotto, Il-Ħaġriet ta’ Bejn il-Kmiemen and the rock of Taħt il-Mazz together as a Special Protection Area.

Here’s the twist.

This means they are protected for their birds and bird habitats.

Why it still matters.

A small rock on the map can have a big place in a bird’s life. Try spotting the smaller names on a map.

🧠 One to think about +

What does this story change about the way you see Malta today? Pick one detail you’d tell a friend — then check its source below.