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Conservation of intertidal habitats and migratory waterbirds of the East Asian-Australasian Flyway, especially the Yellow Sea, in a global context
… WCC-2016-Res-026-EN Conservation of intertidal habitats and migratory waterbirds of the East … and identification of important migratory waterbird habitat and expert networks; RECOGNISING workshop outcomes on … the importance of intertidal ecosystems and their stronger protection; NOTING the September 2015 recommendations of the …
Increasing marine protected area coverage for effective marine biodiversity conservation
… biodiversity conservation NOTING that the ocean covers 71% of the earth’s surface; CONCERNED that pollution, … conservation measures. This network should target protection of both biodiversity and ecosystem services and should include at least 30% of each marine habitat. The ultimate aim is to create a fully sustainable …
Global Re-introduction Perspectives: 2011 - More case studies from around the globe
… i IUCN IUCN, International Union for Conservation of Nature, helps the world find pragmatic solutions to our … large acreages of open conservation land that provide habitat for numerous state and federally-listed species. … which is thought to provide B. andrewi juveniles with some protection in terms of visual isolation, as the bass species …
Legal aspects of Connectivity Conservation Volume 1 - A Concept Paper
… elcsecretariat@iucn.org www.iucn.org/law The Legal Aspects of Connectivity Conservation A Concept Paper Barbara Lausche, … conservation laws 93 3.1.5 Nature conservation or nature protection laws 94 3.1.6 Wildlife conservation laws 94 3.1.7 … resource use laws 96 3.1.8 Specific ecosystem or habitat-type legislation 101 3.1.9 Hydrologic connectivity – …
International ocean governance: Using international law and organisations to manage marine resources sustainably (revised)
… Sustainably Lee A. Kimball Lee A. Kimball is a member of IUCN’s Commission on Environmental Law. She works … The International Legal Regime for Marine Environmental Protection: Pollution Control … Legal Regime for Protecting Marine Species and Habitat and Ecological Function .............. 32 II.D.1. …
The Status and Distribution of Freshwater Biodiversity in Western Africa
… The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species™ – Regional Assessment W E S T E R N A … 5.4.1 Habitat degradation … and their biodiversity A key element in promoting the protection of inland waters is valuation of the goods and … establish reserves specifically aimed at the inclusion and protection of freshwater ecosystems. Additional research is …
Guidelines for Reintroductions and other Conservation Translocations (Version 1.0)
… and Other Conservation Translocations The designation of geographical entities in this document, and the … to confirm previous occupancy, the existence of suitable habitat within ecologically appropriate proximity to proven … of the focal species. This is carried out primarily where protection from current or likely future threats in current …
Connectivity Conservation: International Experience in Planning, Establishment and Management of Biodiversity Corridors
… Experience in Planning, Establishment and Management of Biodiversity Corridors Background Paper ii Table of … and Connectivity Connectivity conservation involves the protection, retention and rehabilitation of natural … connectivity. They are defined as areas of suitable habitat that provide functional linkages between 2 protected …
Advancing the Species Conservation Agenda. An overview of the IUCN SSC Network 2009 2012
… Advancing the Species Conservation Agenda An overview of the IUCN SSC Network 2009 – 2012 Specialist Groups … 67% were found to be threatened, especially by ongoing habitat loss and fragmentation as the nickel mining industry … in fighting trafficking of horn. • Increased rhino protection costs yielding reduction in value & demand …
Best practice guidelines for the re-introduction of great apes
… Best Practice Guidelines for the Re-introduction of Great Apes Occasional Paper of the IUCN Species Survival … the Proposed Release Site is Within Range and Has Suitable Habitat ...................... 7 Behavioural Assessment and … useful companion sources are Orangutan Reintroduction and Protection Workshop: Final Report (Rosen, Russon and Byers …