Protecting Biodiversity by Supporting People

Capacity Building to Secure Endemic Samoan Swallowtail Butterfly as a Model for Valuing and Conserving Butterflies Distinctive in the Polynesia–Micronesia Hotspot

Grantee Name: New Zealand Butterfly Enterprises Ltd.

Hotspot: Polynesia-Micronesia
Location: Samoa
Amount: $18,505
Dates: Jan 2009 – Jan 2010
Keywords: Capacity building, Monitoring and evaluation, Red List assessment

Conduct an investigation into the existence of the endemic Samoan swallowtail butterfly (Papilio godeffroyi) to determine its conservation status. Activities include capacity building for community awareness, habitat study, and monitoring.

Strategic Direction :

3 Build awareness and participation of local leaders and community members in the implementation of protection and recovery plans for threatened species