The goal of alaskas comprehensive wildlife conservation strategy cwcs or. Comprehensive wildlife conservation strategy alaska department. The present federal wildlife management strategy is an initial positive effort because it promotes participatory wildlife conservation by key stakeholders. The native fish conservation policy pdf was adopted in nov. Lists for other taxonomic groups will be developed as prioritized pursuant to subsection 3 of this rule. This paper discusses why conservationists need to explore new approaches to understanding and influencing the behaviours that are driving consumer demand for tiger and other products, and examines tools and models that can address the underlying drivers of these behaviours. The national wildlife action plan is the framework of strategy for conservation of wildlife. National forestry policy and implementation strategy. Nrcs uses conservation strategies to guide conservation efforts for its target species. Forest and wildlife conservation acts springerlink. The national wildlife strategy 2030 outlines a vision for wildlife conservation as part of a strong environmental foundation for achieving kenyas sustainable development agenda as articulated by the constitution of kenya, 2010, the wildlife ac, 20, and vision 2030, and the. Wildlife conservation strategy, no attempt was made to prioritize regions or conservation. Along with forest policy, it is fundamental to redesign the new forest act, national parks and wildlife. Publicity initiative for wildlife trade controls in the eu targeting stakeholders pdf may 2002.
As of october 2005, every state wildlife agency, in conjunction with numerous partners, completed a. Effective and efficient ecological management involves determining which of utahs avian species and their habitats are most in need of conservation. Wildlife conservation is the practice of protecting wild species and their habitats in order to. The biodiversity conservation project is supported by the global environment facility gef and the united nations development programme undp. Fish and wildlife service national advisory acceptance team by october 1, 2005. We identify the aspects of this strategy that we believe will be needed to establish a sustainable program to manage mexicos wildlife.
The oklahoma comprehensive wildlife conservation strategy is integrally connected to the congressional state and tribal wildlife grants program and is a plan focused on proactive wildlife conservation to address the needs of declining species that traditionally have not benefited from a. World conservation strategy preface and acknowledgelllents ii the world conservation strategy wcs was commissioned by the united nations environment programme unep which together with the world wildlife fund wwf provided the financial support for its preparation and contributed to the evolution of its basic themes and structure. The plan has focused on data concerning bird species that are dependent on oak woodlands, but conservation recommendations have broad applicability for all oak woodland habitats and, if implemented, would benefit many oak woodland species. The program also mandates the development of a comprehensive wildlife conservation strategy state. This overview is a much shortened version of the new handbook, in which we provide guidance to ssc specialist groups on when and how to prepare and promote what we call. Utah partners in flight avian conservation strategy, version 2. Additional publications traffic the wildlife trade. This requires that all landusers within the wildlife habitat are aware of and consider the effects of their activities on the wildlife. Government policy documents envis centre on wildlife. Through working lands for wildlife, nrcs strategically invests where the conservation returns are highest. The environmental and forestry clearances given by the ministry of environment and forests are based on the i environment protection act, 1986, ii the forest conservation act, 1980 and iii the wildlife protection act, 1972. Conservation plans can play a critical role by gathering and synthesizing relevant biological information that can help inform land use policy decisions. The plan had outlined the strategies and action points for.
It is a timely document that refines the previous thinking of the 1993 world zoo conservation strategy and brings ex situ institutions into the mainstream of biodiversity conservation and sustainable development. Saving nature is at the very heart of what we do as wwf. In 2009, parliament approved a new wildlife conservation act which enshrined wmas in the overarching sectoral legislative. Trade and conservation of chihuahuan desert cacti pdf dec 2002. The tenth plan 200220032004200520062007, master plan for the forestry sector, national conservation strategy ncs and nepal environmental policy and action plan nepap have given. Submission of the comprehensive wildlife conservation strategy for the commonwealth of the northern mariana islands dear mr.
The nepal biodiversity strategy nbs is an important output of the biodiversity conservation project of the ministry of forests and soil conservation mfsc of his majestys government of nepal. Wildlife, biodiversity, traditional knowledge and animal. The tenth plan 2002 20032004200520062007, master plan for the forestry sector, national conservation strategy ncs and nepal environmental policy and action plan nepap have given. Population numbers of royal bengal tigers in india reported by states, 19722002. Mississippis comprehensive wildlife conservation strategy. Just as importantly, these studies are learning opportunities for our partners. Strategy 2002 talks about protecting the interests of the poor and tribals living around protected areas. For more information on conservation efforts for the kad, or to provide additional comments, interested parties may contact the lead biologist for this species at the above address, telephone number. Wildlife conservation strategies and management in india. Its purpose was to promote the conservation of living resources important to humans. Wildlife conservation strategy, 2002 articles, events for. The national wildlife action plan preamble background the first national wildlife action plan nwap was adopted in 1983, based upon the decision taken in the xv meeting of the indian board for wildlife held in 1982.
Rangewide conservation strategy for the kentucky arrow darter may 2014 2 candidate conservation agreement with assurances ccaa for the species. Wildlife conservation initiatives by indian government. Oklahoma comprehensive wildlife conservation strategy. The first national wildlife action plan of 1983 has been revised to the new wildlife action plan 2002 2016. The oklahoma comprehensive wildlife conservation strategy is integrally connected to the congressional state and tribal wildlife grants program and is a plan focused on proactive wildlife conservation to address the needs of declining species that traditionally have not benefited from a dedicated funding source. The forms of wildlife utilisation currently practised in tanzania include. Cites appendix iii implementation for bigleafed mahogany pdf. In 2009, parliament approved a new wildlife conservation act which enshrined wmas in the overarching sectoral legislative framework.
Enclosed you will find two hardcopies that are 3hole punched, and an electronic copy in adobe reader format. Original eight required elements for state comprehensive. Comprehensive wildlife conservation strategy cwcs to the national advisory acceptance team for their approval. Csf course graduates and others work sidebyside with us, gaining skills, confidence and the ability to do conservation economics work on their own in the future. The major problems include habitat degradation through uncontrolled logging, agricultural projects, industrial plantations, highway and urban development, and exploitation for fuelwood, overhunting and poaching steps taken so far. Comprehensive wildlife conservation strategy cwcs plan. The first national wildlife action plan of 1983 has been revised to the new wildlife action plan 20022016. The commonwealth of the northern mariana islands is pleased to submit its comprehensive wildlife conservation strategy cwcs to the national advisory acceptance team for their approval. Mississippi comprehensive wildlife conservation strategy, 2005. Sustainable wildlife management swm is the sound management of wildlife species to sustain their populations and habitat over time, taking into account the socioeconomic needs of human populations. As of october 2005, every state wildlife agency, in conjunction with numerous partners, completed a state wildlife action plan action plans or plans. This strategy provides a common philosophy for zoos and aquari. A wildlife action plan serves as a states guiding document for managing and conserving species and habitats before they become too rare or costly to restore.
The plan had outlined the strategies and action points for wildlife conservation which are still relevant. The hunters role in wildlife conservation since wildlife is a renewable resource with surplus, hunters can help maintain wildlife populations at a healthy balance for the habitat. The indian part of the sundarbans covers 9630 km2 and has been declared a biosphere reserve. The wildlife protection act, 1972 is an act of the parliament of india enacted. Iucn technical guidelines on the management of exsitu. National wildlife action plan and the wildlife conservation strategy, 2002. Iucn technical guidelines on the management of exsitu populations for conservation approved at the 14th meeting of the programme committee of council, gland switzerland, 10 december 2002 preamble iucn affirms that a goal of conservation is the maintenance of existing genetic.
The cwcs presented to you here is the culmination of a yearandahalfs hard work. The policy will be implemented through the development of conservation plans adopted by the ofw commission. Congress charged states and territories to develop a state wildlife action plan swap in 2002, and the new york comprehensive wildlife conservation strategy was completed in 2005. January 2002, a wildlife conservation strategy2002 was adopted wherein point no.
Regulated hunting should never lead to threatened or endangered wildlife populations. Humans are behind the current rate of species extinction, which is at least 1001,000 times higher than. The network of pas devoted to wildlife conservation forms the basis of tanzanians wildlife utilisation industry. Wildlife conservation have been accorded high priority in the. The purpose of the policy is to ensure the conservation and recovery of native fish. It should be noted that some states also refer to cwcs as state wildlife action plans swaps. Original eight required elements for state comprehensive wildlife conservation strategies afwa 2002 1. This has come to be known as the national biodiversity strategy and. The strategy 2002 recommends that the settlement of rights of people inside protected areas should not become an excuse to exclude or reduce areas that are crucial wildlife habitats. Wildlife conservation strategy, 2002 articles, events. This paper discusses why conservationists need to explore new approaches to understanding and influencing the behaviours that are driving consumer demand for tiger and other products, and examines tools and models that can address the underlying drivers of these.
The plan serves as the states guiding document for managing wildlife species in greatest need of conservation and actions needed to conserve them in the future. For nearly 60 years, we have made it our mission to find solutions that save the marvelous array of life on our planet by applying the best science available and working closely with local communities. Fish and wildlife service service northeast region region 5 has developed this conservation strategy for the indiana bat myotis sodalis to assist our staff, federal and state partners, and the general public with understanding the current needs of the species. Conservation strategy funds applied research delivers objective, clear information for conservation decisionmakers. The comprehensive wildlife conservation strategy cwcs completed in 2005 is new yorks state wildlife action plan.