Save the Last Monarchs of Polynesia, Two Critically Endangered Birds, for Future Generations

Grantee Name: Société d'Ornithologie de Polynésie Manu

Hotspot: Polynesia-Micronesia
Location: French Polynesia
Amount: $198,578
Dates: Dec 2010 – Dec 2012
Keywords: Restoration, Species Conservation, Invasive alien species

Conserve the last viable populations of two Critically Endangered bird species, the Tahiti monarch (Pomarea nigra) and the Fatu Hiva monarch (Pomarea whitney), reducing the threat from invasive mammals and rehabilitating their habitat. In the medium term, islands that are predator free will be identified and the feasibility of establishing alternative populations of both species will be assessed.

Strategic Direction :

3 Build awareness and participation of local leaders and community members in the implementation of protection and recovery plans for threatened species