Removal of Alien Invasive Species for Habitat Restoration in Isla Alto Velo, Dominican Republic
Grantee Name: American Bird Conservancy
- Hotspot
- Caribbean Islands
- Location
- Dominican Republic
- Amount
- $477,376
- Dates
- Jun 2024 – Dec 2026
- Keywords
- Awareness, Capacity building, Conservation planning, Habitat conservation and management, Species Conservation, Invasive alien species
Remove invasive alien species (IAS) from 152 hectares of Alto Velo island, to restore oceanic island habitat and to promote survival of two Critically Endangered reptile species. Plan and implement IAS removal, biosecurity measures to prevent future invasions, species action planning, and environmental education.
1 Improve the protection and management of 33 priority sites for long-term sustainability
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