Building capacity and determining disease threats to endemic Galapagos fauna
Key Facts
FUNDING SCHEME Main Project
VALUE £195,381
WHERE Ecuador
Summary
MAIN - To establish the ability of researchers and managers in the Galapagos national park to determine the nature and prevalence of disease threats to endemic fauna (with a focus on birds) stemming from the introduction of novel pathogens and vectors, and to build a capacity for the continued monitoring of introduced diseases in these populations.
MAIN - Identity and prevalence of key pathogens and vectors that threaten endemic species determined.A management plan for endemic species in relation to disease threats.An wildlife disease lab and continuing monitoring programme with trained personnel established.Educational events and materials (locals & tourists).Media representation
Documents:
Download: ECP - ECP Galapagos - final - 08/10/2009
