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The Konkan Vulture Project: Participatory Vulture Conservation in the Northern Western Ghats
Grantee Name: 
Sahyadri Nisarga Mitra
HOTSPOT
Western Ghats and Sri Lanka
LOCATION
AMOUNT
US$35,000
DATES
Jun 2013
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Nov 2015
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Project Overview Overview
CEPF Strategic Direction Strategy
HOTSPOT
Western Ghats and Sri Lanka
LOCATION
AMOUNT
US$35,000
DATES
Jun 2013
-
Nov 2015

Implement in situ conservation actions for the important vulture colonies in Maharashtra's Konkan region. Undertake an integrated communication campaign to promote non-toxic alternatives to veterinary drugs harmful to vultures. Pilot an award program for "diclofenac-free villages." Systematize a compensation mechanism for coconut grove owners who volunteer to protect vulture nests, and link to private companies and individuals for long-term sponsorship.

Strategic Direction: 2 Improve the conservation of globally threatened species through systematic conservation planning and action