Controlling an invasive aquatic plant for improved biodiversity and livelihoods
Key Facts
FUNDING SCHEME Main Project
VALUE £249,999
WHERE Zambia
Summary
Lukanga Swamp, a Zambian Important Bird and Biodiversity Area, is infested with the invasive waterweed Salvinia molesta, leading to impoverished biodiversity and fish stocks. This project will control the weed by introducing Cyrtobagous salviniae, a weevil, thereby improving conditions for waterbirds, other biodiversity and the livelihoods of >2500 fishermen households.
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