Protecting Biodiversity by Supporting People

Improving the Status of the Polynesia Ground Dove, a Critically Endangered Species

Grantee Name: Société d'Ornithologie de Polynésie Manu

Hotspot: Polynesia-Micronesia
Location: French Polynesia
Amount: $82,521
Dates: Jul 2010 – Jul 2012
Keywords: Restoration, Species Conservation

Restore the last four strongholds of the Critically Endangered Polynesia ground dove (Gallicolumba erythroptera), including the atolls of Tenararo, Vahanga, Rangiroa and Morane. Raise awareness of the precarious state of this species and establish a Site Support Group within the local communities to monitor the bird population.

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

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Improving the Status of the Polynesia Ground Dove, a Critically Endangered Species

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