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Recovering and securing the future of the globally Near Threatened black-tailed godwit (Limosa limosa) in the UK (LIFE blackwit UK)

Start date: Aug 1, 2016, End date: Dec 31, 2021,

Background The black-tailed godwit (Limosa limosa) is categorised as “near threatened” in the IUCN Red List, and is one of the fourteen UK breeding birds that are of global conservation concern. It is classified as “vulnerable” in Europe and “endangered” in the EU – making it one of only 27 bird species that are “endangered” or “critic...
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MoorLIFE 2020 (MoorLIFE2020)

Start date: Oct 1, 2015, End date: Feb 28, 2021,

Background The South Pennine Moors’ Natura 2000 site is important for the EU priority habitat, active blanket bog. The conservation status of the site has, over the years, been unfavourable and under threat due to almost two centuries of heavy sulphate and nitrate pollution, leading to the destruction or severe depletion of the essential sphagnum cover ...
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Improving the conservation prospects of the priority species roseate tern throughout its range in the UK and Ireland (LIFE14 Roseate Tern)

Start date: Oct 1, 2015, End date: Sep 30, 2020,

Background Listed in Annex I of the Birds Directive, the roseate tern (Sterna dougallii) is classed as ‘Rare in Europe’ by BirdLife International and is a Species of European Conservation Concern. It breeds in just two areas of Europe, namely the Azores and the far northwest. The northwest metapopulation is spread across a small number of sites in Fra...
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LIFE Arcipelagu Garnija - Securing the Maltese islands for the Yelkouan Shearwater Puffinus yelkouan (LIFE Arcipelagu Garnija)

Start date: Sep 1, 2015, End date: Aug 31, 2020,

Background The Yelkouan shearwater (Puffinus yelkouan), which is endemic to the Central and Eastern Mediterranean region, is listed in Annex I of the Birds Directive and Annex II of the Bern Convention, and accordingly receive special conservation measures across Europe. Due to drastic population declines the status of the Yelkouan shearwater was recently...
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Conserving the hen harrier (Circus cyaneus) in northern England and southern and eastern Scotland (LIFE hen harriers)

Start date: Jul 1, 2014, End date: Jun 30, 2019,

Background The hen harrier (Circus cyaneus) is a species of European conservation concern and is listed in Annex I of the Birds Directive. After several decades of recovery in the UK, the population is currently declining. While the reason for this is not fully understood, it is clear that illegal persecution associated with commercial shooting of red gro...
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Protecting and restoring the Shiant Isles SPA through rat removal, and safeguarding other seabird island SPAs in the UK (LIFE Shiants)

Start date: Oct 1, 2014, End date: Sep 30, 2018,

Background The Shiant Isles Natura 2000 network site is a key site for seabirds. However, the site faces several threats, including the presence of invasive rats that predate important seabird colonies. When conditions were last assessed in 2008, both of the seabirds covered by the assessment – razorbill (Alca torda) and common guillemot (Uria aalge) â€...
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Implementation of integrated habitat networks to improve ecological coherence across the CSGN (EcoCo LIFE Scotland)

Start date: Sep 1, 2014, End date: Sep 1, 2018,

Background Habitat fragmentation is recognised as one of the major challenges facing the conservation of habitats and species in a changing climate. The EU 2020 Biodiversity Strategy highlights that many ecosystems within the EU have been degraded by habitat fragmentation. Fragmented habitats are often less biodiverse and of poorer quality, with a larger ...
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Improving the conservation status of the little tern in the UK through targeted action at the most important colonies (LIFE Little Terns)

Start date: Sep 2, 2013, End date: Aug 31, 2018,

Background The decline in the population of the little tern (Sterna albifrons) in the UK since the 1990s is a cause for concern. The principal threat to this shore nesting species is from human disturbance. After a decline between the 1930s and 1960s, the population recovered through protection and surveillance by wardens of breeding sites. However, in re...
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Maintaining and enhancing the Isles of Scilly SPA through the removal of rats from two key islands (Scilly rat removal)

Start date: Oct 1, 2012, End date: Sep 30, 2017,

Background The Isles of Scilly lie at the centre of a large network of Natura 2000 sites covering 26 851 ha. The archipelago is home to the following habitats and species: sandbanks that are slightly covered by seawater all of the time; mudflats and sandflats not covered by seawater at low tide reefs; shore dock (Rumex rupestris), grey seal (Halichoerus g...
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Securing the future of the stone-curlew (Burhinus oedicnemus) throughout its range in the UK (Securing the stone-curlew)

Start date: Sep 1, 2012, End date: Mar 31, 2017,

Background The stone-curlew (Burhinus oedicnemus) is listed in Annex I of the Birds Directive, categorised as “vulnerable” in the IUCN European Red List, and classified by BirdLife International as a “Species of European Conservation Concern”. It occurs across much of Europe, but its total population is comparatively small (46 000-78 000 pairs). I...
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Urgent measures to secure survival of the Egyptian vulture (Neophron percnopterus) in Bulgaria and Greece (Return of the Neophron)

Start date: Oct 1, 2011, End date: Dec 31, 2016,

Background In 2002, an action plan for the ‘recovery and conservation of vultures on the Balkan Peninsula and adjacent regions’ was drafted, as a joint effort of national and international NGOs. The plan is promoted by the Vulture Conservation Foundation and the Frankfurt Zoological Society; and is supported by, among others, by BirdLife International...
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Creating an inventory of Marine IBAs for Puffinus Yelkouan, Calonectris diomedea and Hydrobates pelagicus in Malta (MALTA SEABIRD PROJECT)

Start date: Sep 1, 2011, End date: Jun 30, 2016,

Background The LIFE Yelkouan Shearwater project (LIFE06 NAT/MT/000097) set a precedent for undertaking seabird research and conservation in Malta, with intensive fieldwork undertaken to ascertain key feeding and rafting areas for the Yelkouan Shearwater (Puffinus yelkouan) breeding colony at Rdum tal-Madonna, the largest of its kind in Malta. The research...
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Restoring Mineral Sites for Biodiversity. People and the Economy across North West Europe (RESTORE)

Start date: May 10, 2011, End date: Sep 29, 2015,

The aim of RESTORE is to address the challenge of environmental degradation across NWE by developing a framework for the restoration of minerals sites (quarries). to provide benefits for biodiversity. habitats and local people. This will increase the sustainability of NWE by reversing biodiversity declines. protecting and buffering designated sites. enhancing landscapes. providing Green Infrastruc...
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anache-Réseau d'aire marines protégées sur l'ensemble de l'écosystème de la Manche (PANACHE)

Start date: Jul 10, 2011, End date: Jun 29, 2015,

The PANACHE project aims at networking Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) in the Channel area, in order to determine common assessment and management methods, taking into consideration the ecological coherence of those cross-border marine areas. The project also provides for the development of joint strategies for protecting birds in those coastal areas. ...
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Conservation of the wintering population of the globally threatened red-breasted goose (branta ruficollis) in Bulgaria (Safe Ground Redbreasts)

Start date: Sep 1, 2010, End date: May 31, 2015,

Background An important part of BSPB’s work is dedicated to conserving globally threatened species, such as the red-breasted goose (Branta ruficollis). The BSPB has monitored the red-breasted goose for 17 consecutive years, constituting the most continuous monitoring of any key species in Bulgaria. It was also one of the organisations that initiated the...
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Futurescapes : promoting the development of green infrastructure in 34 priority areas throughout the UK (Futurescapes)

Start date: Sep 1, 2011, End date: Mar 31, 2015,

Background Despite the existence of the Natura 2000 network, there is an ongoing loss of biodiversity and ecosystem services throughout Europe. An important reason for this loss is the continued degradation of the ‘wider countryside’ outside protected areas. There is therefore an increasing need to ensure that landscapes surrounding protected areas ar...
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Facilitating Aquatic Warbler (Acrocephalus paludicola) habitat management through sustainable systems of biomass use (Biomass use for Aquatic W)

Start date: Sep 1, 2010, End date: Mar 31, 2015,

Background The aquatic warbler (Acrocephalus paludicola) is Europe’s rarest migratory songbird and a globally threatened species (its IUCN status is ‘vulnerable’). Some 99% of its population is confined to Europe, with Poland accounting for around 25%. The aquatic warbler is listed in Annex I of the Birds Directive and has been identified as a prior...
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Ensuring Conservation of Priority Bird Species and Coastal Habitats at the Bourgas Natura 2000 Wetland Sites (LIFE FOR THE BOURGAS LAKE)

Start date: Jan 1, 2010, End date: Dec 31, 2014,

Background The coastal wetlands around the city of Burgas provide important breeding, wintering and migration habitats for a significant number of bird species. The area is an important migration stop over point for hundreds of thousands of birds flying on the East European migratory route, Via Pontica. The coastal wetlands are situated in very close prox...
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Carbon reduction in protected nature and landscape areas (Carelands)

Start date: Nov 30, 2013, End date: Aug 30, 2014,

This cluster will work on carbon reduction and the use of renewable energies in protected nature and landscape areas. The partnership will also identify businesses who want to be engaged in carbon reduction.
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The Alde-Ore Estuary - Securing a sustainable future for wildlife (Alde-Ore )

Start date: Apr 1, 2010, End date: Mar 31, 2014,

Background Orford Ness is the best-preserved vegetated shingle site in the UK and holds 15% of the coastal vegetated shingle globally. Changing weather patterns have resulted in the marshes drying out. The small Havergate island in the River Ore is a breeding site for avocets and terns, which can usually be seen during spring and summer. Large numbers o...
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Conserving machair habitats and species in a suite of Scottish Natura sites (Scottish machair)

Start date: Jan 1, 2010, End date: Mar 31, 2014,

Background Machair is a unique coastal habitat listed in Annex I of the Habitats Directive that is found only on the west coasts of Scotland and Ireland. Formed by calcium rich sand being blown onto acidic soil, the habitat has been keenly influenced by land management practices among the traditional crofting and farming communities, with extensive grazin...
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Conservation of imperial eagle and saker falcon in key Natura 2000 sites in Bulgaria (BSPB LIFE+ SAVE THE RAPTORS)

Start date: Jan 1, 2009, End date: Dec 31, 2013,

Background With its three bio-geographical regions and geographic position, Bulgaria is one of richest countries in Europe in terms of species and habitats. More than 30% of the country's territory is included in the Natura 2000 network. Nevertheless many species and habitats are threatened by rapid development throughout the country. Two such species are...
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Balancing nature and recreation in peri-urban and rural areas (BALANCE)

Start date: May 31, 2009, End date: Dec 30, 2013,

The BALANCE project aims to develop and to evaluate new methods and practices enhancing the availability and quality of green areas in peri-urban areas in order to provide a safe and healthy living environment. It will involve the local communities during the different project phases. Respecting the balance between nature, development and recreation is of major importance to make the 2 Seas area a...
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Promoting the importance of the EU Birds Directive in conservation management on farmland (Birds Directive )

Start date: Jan 1, 2010, End date: Sep 30, 2013,

Background Around 75% of the UK’s land area is farmed. Long-term data on bird populations show that a large number of species that are dependent on farmland have declined significantly. In addition to species listed in Annex I of the Birds Directive, such as stone curlew (Burhinus oedicnemus), corncrake (Crex crex) and chough (Pyrrhocorax pyrrhocorax), ...
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Natura People: engaging with people to build a sustainable future for natural heritage of Natura 2000 sites (Natura People)

Start date: Mar 31, 2010, End date: Jun 29, 2013,

The Natura People project aims to ensure the long-term protection of the natural environment throughout the programme area by demonstrating the economic value that Natura 2000 (N2000) sites bring to local communities. The partners are all involved in managing coastal N2000 sites, with each of these sites at different stages of development as attractive, vibrant visitor attractions, in parallel wit...
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The Future of the Atlantic Marine Environment (FAME)

Start date: Apr 3, 2010, End date: Apr 7, 2013,

Although the AA is characterised by its marine biodiversity, action to protect the marine environment still requires further development, considering both the potential and the fragility that characterise this environment. One aspect that is still in its initial study and implementation phase is the creation of Marine Protected Areas (MPA) in some of the Member States participating in the project....
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Tackling Climate Change-Related Threats to an Important Coastal SPA in Eastern England (TaCTICS)

Start date: Jan 1, 2009, End date: Dec 31, 2012,

Background England’s eastern coast is rich in birdlife but under considerable pressure from climate-induced sea-level rise. This leads to ‘coastal squeeze’ where intertidal habitats are prevented from migrating landwards due to the presence of sea walls. Government policy on shoreline management now tends to favour management solutions that respect ...
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URBAN HABITATS

Start date: Jan 31, 2008, End date: Jun 29, 2012,

The aim of Urban Habitats is to improve availability and quality of urban natural spaces and enhance awareness and engagement of urban nature by local communities. This space is essential for the quality of the urban living environment, offering outdoor recreation possibilities and contributing to conservation of nature and biodiversity in urbanised areas.The partnership is composed of four actors...
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Conserving Acrocephalus paludicola in Poland and Germany (Aquatic Warbler project)

Start date: Feb 1, 2005, End date: Nov 30, 2011,

Background Aquatic warbler (Acrocephalus paludicola) is the rarest passerine bird species found in mainland Europe. With a very small world population, of around only 12 000 to 20 500 pairs, it is classified as vulnerable on the Red List of Endangered Species. The aquatic warbler depends on habitats such as fen mires and wet meadows, and is extremely susc...
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Restoring active blanket bog in the Berwyn and Migneint SACs in Wales (Active blanket bog in Wales)

Start date: Aug 1, 2006, End date: Mar 31, 2011,

Background The project focused on the Berwyn and South Clwyd Mountains SAC and the Migneint-Arenig-Dduallt SAC, which are two of the most important SACs for blanket bog in the UK. Most of the former site and the entirety of the latter site are also designated as SPAs for their breeding upland bird populations. Some of the blanket bog within the project ...
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SPA Site and Sea Actions Saving Puffinus yelkouan in Malta (GARNIJA-MALTIJA)

Start date: Sep 1, 2006, End date: Jun 30, 2010,

Background Council Directive 79/409/EEC and its amending acts aim at providing long-term protection and conservation of all bird species naturally living in the wild within the European territory of Member States (except Greenland). Species of high priority, in need of urgent protection, are listed in Annex 1 of the Directive. One such species is the Ye...
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Azores bullfinch habitat recovery in Pico da Vara/Ribeira do Guilherme SPA (PRIOLO)

Start date: Oct 1, 2003, End date: Nov 30, 2008,

Background The east of São Miguel Island (Azores) is a unique place in the world. The seeds, flower buds and fleshy fruit of the once-thriving laurel forests provide food for the 100 remaining pairs of the critically endangered Azores bullfinch (Pyrrhula murina). However, the laurel forest is fighting a losing battle against invading alien plant species...
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Conservation measures of Falco eleonorae in Greece (FALCO ELEONORAE)

Start date: Mar 1, 2003, End date: Oct 31, 2007,

Background Eleonora’s Falcon (Falco eleonorae) is one of the most characteristic birds of the Aegean Sea. It is a migrating falcon that breeds in colonies on uninhabited islets or remote cliffs of inhabited islands. It is named as a priority bird species under LIFE. With the exception of a few hundred pairs in the North African coast, Cyprus and Croati...
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Restoring active blanket bog of European importance in North Scotland (Blanket bog)

Start date: Mar 1, 2001, End date: Dec 31, 2006,

Background The Caithness and Sutherland Peatlands are the largest and most intact areas of active blanket bog found in the UK, and one of the largest in the world. In 1998, 143,538 ha were proposed as pSCI under the Habitats Directive. They were also classified as an SPA in view of their value for a diverse range of Annex I birds, such as the red-throated...
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Mink control to protect important birds in SPAs in the Western Isles (Mink control)

Start date: Apr 1, 2001, End date: Jun 30, 2006,

Background The Western Isles of Scotland are of particularly high national and international nature conservation importance for their breeding populations of several species of wader and other water birds. Consequently, 5 SPAs covering almost 150 km² have been designated to protect the vast assemblages of breeding birds present in the islands Unfortunat...
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Developing a strategic network of SPA reedbeds for Botaurus stellaris (Bittern)

Start date: Feb 1, 2002, End date: Jun 30, 2006,

Background The bittern (Botaurus stellaris)is a secretive bird found most often in marshes and extensive stands of reedbed. The evocative booming call of the male during the breeding season is often the only sign of its presence. Over the last century, the species has been in steady decline throughout Europe, principally due to the loss of suitably large ...
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Improving status of coastal lagoon Tryggelev Nor, Denmark - IMAGE (Tryggelev Nor)

Start date: Apr 1, 2002, End date: Jun 30, 2006,

Background Tryggelev Nor is one of several coastal lagoon areas that disgorges into the Baltic Sea. This particular area is located both within an SPA and an SCI on the island of Langeland at the sourthernmost tip of Denmark. Over the years, the lagoon has suffered from increasing eutrophication and stagnation, which has severely negatively affected the c...
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Evaluation of bustard conservation best practice in Western Europe

Start date: Mar 1, 2004, End date: Feb 28, 2006,

Background The great bustard (Otis tarda), the little bustard (Tetrax tetrax) and the houbara bustard (Chlamydotis undulata) are considered priority species under Annex I of EU Birds Directive. These species depend on open farmland and grasslands. In Europe, the bustard populations have been facing severe decline (including local extinctions) since the mi...
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Improving the management of Salisbury Plain Natura 2000 sites (Salisbury Plain)

Start date: Apr 1, 2001, End date: Sep 30, 2005,

Background One of the largest unbroken expanses of chalk grassland in North-West Europe can be found at Salisbury Plain. Covering some 14,000 ha, the site is a haven for a wide range of flora species that characterise this type of habitat. Its fauna value is not to be ignored either - a third of the UK’s population of stone curlew Burhinus oedicnemus br...
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