As part of the LIFE Natura@Night project, which aims to reduce light pollution affecting the Macaronesian archipelagos and mitigate its impacts on nocturnal species—particularly certain nesting seabird species—the Regional Directorate for Maritime Policies has launched the SOS Seabirds Campaign.

Light pollution is one of the main threats to some seabirds in the Azores, especially when juveniles leave their nests. These birds, belonging to the order Procellariiformes, are nocturnal on land, navigate using the stars, and are attracted to and dazzled by public and private lighting. This can lead to collisions with buildings, vehicles, and power lines. This threat has become increasingly concerning due to the growing development and occupation of coastal areas on the islands where these species nest.