High Seas Treaty comes into force and Portugal is challenged to protect the Sargasso Sea
The treaty aims to protect marine biodiversity in parts of the ocean that are no one's territory, placing science at the centre of decision-making; it seeks to change the governance of half the planet.
Around 20 Montagu's harriers found dead in Guarda
The Montagu's harrier is one of the birds of prey most threatened with extinction on the Iberian Peninsula. The Institute for Nature Conservation and Forests and the National Republican Guard (GNR) are investigating the circumstances of the incident.
Around 20 highly-threatened birds of prey found dead in Guarda
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Around 20 Red Kites – one of the most endangered birds on the Iberian Peninsula – have been found in Leomil, a rural parish in the district of Guarda. The The post Around 20 highly-threatened birds of prey found dead in Guarda appeared first on Portugal Resident.
ICNF and GNR investigate deaths of 17 red kites in Almeida
There are suspicions of deliberate poisoning of the species, which is protected and classified in Portugal as Critically Endangered with regard to breeding pairs.
About 20 red kites found dead in Leomil, in Guarda
About 20 red kites were found dead on Monday in Leomil, near Almeida in the Guarda district. Forensic investigations are now underway by the Institute for the Conservation of Nature and Forests (ICNF) and the National Republican Guard (GNR).
Iberian lynx breeding centre in Silves looking for volunteers
Portugal’s National Iberian Lynx Reproduction Centre (CNRLI) in Silves is recruiting volunteers to join its team for the upcoming breeding season. The Institute for Nature and Forest Conservation (ICNF), which The post Iberian lynx breeding centre in Silves looking for volunteers appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Volunteering: Vacancies at Iberian lynx breeding centre
There are six opportunities available in Silves to assist with observation and behavioural recording of the animals. Those selected will be provided with free accommodation and will receive six euros per day of work.
David Macdonald, the scientist who has been tracking badgers for four decades
The British scientist who closely follows European badgers came to Portugal to explain how changes in ecological conditions affect this animal that people either like or tolerate.
