The European Scrido di Gabbiani championship: a fun race (for a very important purpose)

In the heart of the coastal city of De Panne, in Belgiuma unique competition takes place every year: the European Scroll Di Gabbiani championship. An event that combines singular vocal performances, community spirit and a highly topical environmental message.

The initiative recalls Participants from all over Europeready to challenge each other in the reproduction of the typical towards seagulls. The competitors, coming from 14 different countriesperform in front of a jury that evaluates the authenticity of the call, the quality of the vocal interpretation and the scenic presence. The competition is divided into three categories: adults, young people and a collective called “Cologne”.

While maintaining a festive and accessible climate to everyone, the event arises from a deeper intent: raise public awareness of the condition of seagulls and the importance of their protection. According to the organizers, the population of these marine birds is falling, above all because of the Destruction of natural habitats. The seagulls play a key role in coastal ecosystemsand protecting them means preserving the environmental balance of our coasts.

Who won this year

This year’s edition has seen emerge, in the adult category, Anna Brynald who conquered the public and judges with an intense and felt performance. His participation was motivated by a touching personal experience: the Loss of a loved one He pushed it to seek new ways of expression and social involvement.

Through the observation of the seagulls and a period of preparation, he gave birth to an interpretation that has united technical, emotion and personal commitment. Despite the uncertain start, his commitment and a very elaborate costume They guaranteed her victory. But it does not end there: Anna has already promised that it will return to the race next year, even more fierce.

In addition to being a folkist curiosity, the European Scrido di Gabbian championship is an original form of environmental educationwhich invites us to reflect, in a participated and inclusive way, on theimportance of biodiversity. In an era in which climate change and the loss of animal species are urgent themes, even an apparently light event can offer one space of awareness and connection between people and nature.