In an interview with Mongabay ahead of the Global Flyways Summit in Nairobi, Alex Ngari emphasized that migratory birds are a shared global heritage requiring international cooperation. He noted that gaps in scientific knowledge about bird pathways prevent effective conservation, as researchers lack detailed data on where species go and the risks they face. For example, the vulnerable curlew sandpiper breeds in Siberia but appears across South Asia and Africa, yet its exact routes remain poorly understood. Ngari explained that traditional bird ringing is limited, while electronic tracking is expensive, especially for small birds.