Die Großtrappe (Otis tarda) zählt zu den schwersten flugfähigen Vogelarten der Welt. Sie ist eine in Österreich vorkommende weltweit gefährdete Vogelart. Der weltweite Gesamtbestand umfasst ca. 40.000 Individuen, wovon ca. 2.400 in Mitteleuropa vorkommen. Um der weltweit gefährdeten Großtrappe in Mitteleuropa bzw. in Österreich auch in Zukunft das Überleben zu sichern, werden derzeit in mehreren europäischen Ländern mit finanzieller Unterstützung der Europäischen Union umfangreiche Schutzprojekte umgesetzt. Alle wichtigen Informationen über die Großtrappe und die Bemühungen zu ihrem Schutz erhalten Sie auf diesen Seiten, die regelmäßig ergänzt und aktualisiert werden. ... [Information des Anbieters]
This web site is dedicated to the European Gulls (Laridae). Nine species are presented with their different plumages and moulting conditions. Additionally a lot of articles about Gulls are downloadable. [Editorial staff vifabio]
The International Wader Study Group (IWSG) is an organisation of enthusiastic professionals and amateurs researching waders, also called shorebirds (Charadriiformes). The involvement of the members of the IWSG in wader research ranges from observing waders in one’s own backyard to extensive, long-term studies aiming at a deeper understanding of spectacular wader phenomena like long-distance migration, living in extreme environments and variable reproductive strategies. The IWSG produces two main publications: The Wader Study Group Bulletin is a journal covering all aspects of shorebird research and conservation and the International Wader Studies (IWS) is an occasional publication dealing with individual species or issues. Additionally the IWSG presents its research programs like the Sanderling (Calidris alba) Project, which should unravel unknowns about the life of this long-distance migrant. ... [Information of the supplier, modified]
Increasing activities of Russia in the Arctic Council and Convention on Biological Diversity imply for the revision of the flyway approach in the studies of migratory species and intensification of these studies. The Yamal Peninsula is the home for scores of thousands of ducks, geese, and swans of many species, whose migration routes stretch to different continents. In accordance to international conventions, many countries must share the responsibility for their well-being. Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Okrug (Area) is a key territory for millions of waterbirds nesting in the Arctic. Conservation of the rare species and sustainable management and use of game waterfowl are the problems of highest international priority. We witness now some negative tendencies which may result in population decline of a number of rare and game waterfowl species. The problems require urgent solving, and the methods of resource management are being constantly improved and should be based on up-to-date, scientifically grounded, and innovative approaches. The results of studies recently carried out in Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Okrug, as well as the measures aimed at implementation of diverse flyway-based conservation plans were highly appraised in Russia and abroad. Widely acknowledged potential of the region should form the basis for broad-scale cooperation. Being the leading Arctic region of Russia, Yamal deserves to become the sampling area for development and testing of the modern approaches to sustainable management of the migratory waterfowl populations. I hope that the Conference will give a great impetus to development of innovative methods and procedures in basic research, conservation of waterfowl, and game management. I am convinced that the Conference will play a key role not only in development of ornithological science, but also in raising public awareness of nature protection and wise use of biological resources of the Arctic region. ... [Information of the supplier]
The mission of the National Audubon Society is to conserve and restore natural ecosystems, focusing on birds and other wildlife for the benefit of humanity and the earth's biological diversity. [BioFinder]
Database of Migratory Species at Global scale (4344 species, 5500 literature references, Internet-Links, data on distribution and migration behaviour, 1174 GIS-maps, Threat Analysis) - Migratory species are an important dynamic component of biodiversity. The conservation and protection of these species requires international cooperation. However, the level of knowledge we have is not sufficient and information is immensely scattered. Today we can only estimate the number of migratory species within a vast range of 5000 and 10000. GROMS consolidates and summarises all available information and the current states of knowledge into a relational database. It supports a Geographic Information system (GIS) interface and permits various search options for novice users and for experts. The GROMS database is structured to provide an additional tool for fact finding and decision-making by the CMS bodies and related regional Agreements as well as the Convention on Biological Diversity. To this effect, the database is designed to supply information on migratory species, their distribution map, population and bibliography. The current multilingual database contains 4,344 migratory vertebrates species, with their threat and protection status (International Red List), protection status (after CMS and CITES) as well as migration types and more than 5,500 literature citations. ... [Information of the supplier]
The Convention on Wetlands, signed in Ramsar, Iran, in 1971, is an intergovernmental treaty which provides the framework for national action and international cooperation for the conservation and wise use of wetlands and their resources. There are presently 154 Contracting Parties to the Convention, with 1651 wetland sites, totaling 149.7 million hectares, designated for inclusion in the Ramsar List of Wetlands of International Importance. ... [Information of the supplier]
Ornithology.com stellt ein umfangreiches Online-Angebot und Linkportal zu fast allen Aspekten der Hobby- sowie der wissenschaftlichen Ornithologie dar. Es wird betreut von dem Ornithologen Dr. Roger Lederer, der auf der Website auch einen großen Teil seiner Ornithologie-Vorlesung an der California State University zugänglich macht. ... [Redaktion vifabio]
Es waren begeisterte Vogelbeobachter, die sich 1964 zusammenfanden, um ihr Wissen über die hessische Vogelwelt auszutauschen. Dramatische Bestandseinbrüche vieler Arten ließen sie nicht ruhen. 1972 gründeten sie einen Naturschutzverband mit starkem wissenschaftlichen Fundament, die HGON. Zum Wappenvogel wählten die Gründer den damals vom Aussterben bedrohten Graureiher. Sie setzten sich für ein Ende der Bejagung und den Schutz seiner Brutkolonien ein. Heute hat sich sein Bestand versechsfacht und der beeindruckende Vogel bevölkert wieder alle hessischen Landschaften. Begeisterung für die Natur, Kompetenz in der Sache und Beharrlichkeit in der Auseinandersetzung sind seitdem zu einem Markenzeichen für die Arbeit der HGON geworden. Die Natur braucht diese starke Stimme auch in Zukunft. ... [Information des Anbieters]
A. P. Leventis Ornithological Research Institute (APLORI) is a small institute connected to the University of Jos (UNIJOS), Nigeria. The institute aims to educate students in Conservation Biology, and to be a centre of excellence for Ornithology in West Africa. Currently we are giving courses on master’s level in Conservation Biology, and tailored courses for other groups. PhD students from St. Andrews University, UK, are affiliated to the institute, conducting research on various aspects in Conservation Biology, but with a special focus on birds in altered habitats in the savannah zones of Nigeria. ... [Information of the supplier]