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Protecting the Internationally Important Seabird Colony of Vatuira Island, Fiji

Grantee Name: BirdLife International

Hotspot
Polynesia-Micronesia
Location
Fiji
Amount
$19,264
Dates
Jan 2006 – Aug 2006
Keywords
Awareness, Capacity building, Invasive alien species

Prepare a feasibility study for the eradication of Pacific rats from Vatu-i-Ra island, Fiji in order to safeguard globally significant seabird populations. If the feasibility is positive, rat eradication will be conducted along with training of community members in eradication and raising awareness of invasive species management issues.

Strategic Direction :

1 Prevent, control, and eradicate invasive species in key biodiversity areas

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