Protecting Biodiversity by Supporting People

The Namaqualand Uplands Cape Leopard Trust Conservancy Project: Using Leopards to Unite Farmers in Conservation

Grantee Name: Cape Leopard Trust

Hotspot: Succulent Karoo
Location: South Africa
Amount: $108,549
Dates: Dec 2007 – Jul 2009
Keywords: Livestock, Species Conservation

Conduct mammal surveys and and targeted leopard surveys to generate information that will contribute to the formation of a leopard conservancy ensuring the conservation of leopards and their habitat within the Namaqualand Uplands. Use project data to support farmer efforts to minimize livestock depredation, increase yields, and increase tourism opportunities in the region.

Strategic Direction :

3 Retain and restore critical biodiversity in areas under greatest land-use pressure

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The Namaqualand Uplands Cape Leopard Trust Conservancy Project: Using Leopards to Unite Farmers in Conservation

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