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Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS)

CMS, or the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals, is an international treaty established in 1979. It aims to conserve and protect migratory species and their habitats around the world. The CMS provides a framework for countries to work together to safeguard the survival of migratory animals through international cooperation, coordinated conservation measures, and the exchange of scientific data and information. The CMS covers a wide range of wild animal species, including mammals, birds, fish, reptiles, and amphibians, that undertake regular and predictable migrations across national boundaries. These migrations may be driven by seasonal changes, feeding patterns, breeding habits, or other factors. Some examples of wild animals protected under CMS include: 1. Whales and Dolphins: Various species of whales and dolphins, such as the humpback whale, blue whale, and orca (killer whale), are migratory and fall under the purview of CMS. Efforts are made to prot...