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Protection of Fakaofo from Myna Birds Invasion

Grantee Name: Taupulega Fakaofo

Hotspot
Polynesia-Micronesia
Location
Tonga
Amount
$13,000
Dates
Mar 2006 – Jun 2006
Keywords
Invasive alien species
Develop and implement a myna bird management project on Fakaofo atoll, Tokelau. The project will involve the preparation of a feasibility study and operational plan for myna bird eradication. If feasibility is positive, myna birds will be eradicated from the atoll and local people trained in how to prevent re-invasion.
Strategic Direction : 1 Prevent, control, and eradicate invasive species in key biodiversity areas

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