Protecting Biodiversity by Supporting People

Conserving 13 Endangered Amphibian Species of the Serranía de los Paraguas in Colombia

Grantee Name: CALIMA, FUNDACIÓN PARA LA INVESTIGACIÓN DE LA BIODIVERSIDAD Y CONSERVACIÓN EN EL TRÓPICO

Hotspot: Tropical Andes
Location: Colombia
Amount: $114,668
Dates: Oct 2022 – Oct 2023
Keywords: Awareness, Capacity building, Community-based conservation, Gender, Research, Species Conservation, Youth

Support the conservation of 13 Endangered and Critically Endangered amphibians in Serranía de Paraguas Key Biodiversity Area in Colombia. Prepare and implement conservation action plans and biosecurity protocols with strong community engagement. Promote cattle grazing management to safeguard sensitive habitats. Raise awareness, strengthen gender inclusion and build institutional capacity.

Strategic Direction :

3 Safeguard priority globally threatened species.