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Species Recovery Plan for the Fijian Crested Iguana

Grantee Name: National Trust of Fiji

Hotspot
Polynesia-Micronesia
Location
Fiji
Amount
$191,376
Dates
May 2009 – Jun 2012
Keywords
Research, Species Conservation, Invasive alien species

Implement the IUCN Crested Iguana Species Recovery Plan that calls for urgent action to reverse this species’ population decline and ensure its long-term survival in its natural habitat on on Yadua Taba Island. This project will undertake an assessment of the causes of habitat loss, degradation and the impact of invasive species on the crested iguana, as well as conducting research on the ecology of this flagship species for conservation in Fiji.

Strategic Direction :

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

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