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Two large pelicans on lake.
Dalmatian pelicans (Pelecanus crispus) on Skadar Lake.
© Jaime Rojo/The Living Med

Conservation of Pelicans, a Key Biodiversity Species of Skadar Lake

Grantee Name: Noé

Hotspot
Mediterranean Basin
Location
Albania, Montenegro
Amount
$287,120
Dates
Jun 2013 – Mar 2017
Keywords
Awareness, Capacity building, Monitoring and evaluation, Research, Species Conservation, Tourism
Improve the cross-border management of Lake Skadar through research into the breeding ecology of the Dalmatian pelican (Pelecanus crispus). Train relevant national institutions in monitoring protocols and data management. Raise awareness of the threats faced among all stakeholders and promote "pelican-friendly" tourism activities that will mitigate disturbance to the colony while allowing visitors a better viewing experience.
Strategic Direction : 3 Improve the conservation and protection status of 44 priority key biodiversity areas

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