Protecting Biodiversity by Supporting People

Long, pinkish salamander in cave. — The olm (*Proteus anguinus*) has become the national animal of Slovenia.

©Gregor Aljančič

A Survey of the Distribution of Olm by Environmental DNA Sampling

Grantee Name: Društvo za jamsko biologijo

Hotspot: Mediterranean Basin
Location: Bosnia and Herzegovina
Amount: $16,515
Dates: Jun 2013 – Oct 2014
Keywords: Awareness, Research, Species Conservation

Develop environmental DNA sampling to identify the presence of Olm (Proteus anquinus), an endemic Balkan cave amphibian, at sites in Bosnia and Herzegovina within and outside the known distribution range. Raise awareness on the Olm's vulnerability and the importance of its habitat.

Strategic Direction : 3 Improve the conservation and protection status of 44 priority key biodiversity areas