Protecting Biodiversity by Supporting People

Conservation Biology of the Black Harrier in South Africa

Grantee Name: University of Cape Town, Percy FitzPatrick Institute of African Ornithology

Hotspot: Cape Floristic Region
Location: South Africa
Amount: $49,220
Dates: Dec 2002 – Dec 2005
Keywords: Species Conservation

Investigate the breeding biology and resource requirements of the black harrier, with a view to improving management strategies to meet its conservation needs. Changes in the distribution of breeding pairs of harriers could be an indicator of habitat degradation. The project will involve landowners and include post-graduate students.

Strategic Direction : 1 Support civil society involvement in the establishment of protected areas and management plans in biodiversity corridors