Protecting Biodiversity by Supporting People

The Sustainable Management of Rarotonga Flycatcher and its Habitat

Grantee Name: Te Ipukarea Society

Hotspot: Polynesia-Micronesia
Location: Cook Islands
Amount: $102,083
Dates: Aug 2009 – Dec 2013
Keywords: Conservation finance, Species Conservation

Ensure the conservation of the Endangered kakerori (Pomarea dimidiata) through continuing core scientific monitoring and undertake activities to safeguard this flagship species in the Takitimu Conservation Area, Cook Islands. The project will also assist in establishing a trust fund for long-term sustainable funding of the kakerori and its habitat.

Strategic Direction :

2 Strengthen the conservation status and management of 60 key biodiversity areas