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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.

Strategic Direction :

1 Improve the protection and management of 33 priority sites for long-term sustainability

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