
20-05-2025 - Hopea celebica
Distribution Confirmation, Mapping, and Conservation Action of Hopea celebica is Endangered and Endemic species in Sulawesi Island under Mining Expansion
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The MBZ Fund and GEF is delighted to announce that 78 small grants have been awarded as part of this program, constituting a total donation of $616,858. Click here to see all these grants. Those with case studies are featured below.
Distribution Confirmation, Mapping, and Conservation Action of Hopea celebica is Endangered and Endemic species in Sulawesi Island under Mining Expansion
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Ecology and Conservatioon of Chlorogomphus magnificus in Mount Ungaran
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This project involves extensive fieldwork to map Memecylon incisilobum populations, assess threats, and develop conservation strategies. Through field surveys, propagation trials, and habitat restoration, we aim to enhance species recovery. Engaging local communities, we’ll implement hands-on conservation actions, ensuring long-term protection of this critically endangered plant in Mozambique’s Maputaland coastal plain.
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Research and Conservation Action of Javan Endemic Damselfly Drepanosticta sundana in Menoreh Hill
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Annual acoustic monitoring of threatened and endemic frog species on the Agulhas Plain - a critical biodiversity hotspot
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DEMOGRAPHIC, ECOPHYSIOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT AND HABITAT REQUIREMENTS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF CONSERVATION MEASURES FOR THE CRITICALLY ENDANGERED SALAMANDER Pseudoeurycea tenchalli.
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Conservation of the Pacific Coast Musk Turtle: community conservation of an endangered freshwater turtle in Chiapas, Mexico.
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Monitoring Sokoke Scops Owl and Usambara Eagle Owl Population and Range, and Awareness Raising in East Usambara Mountains' Forests
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This project uses thermal drones to estimate populations of endangered Mentawai primates outside of Siberut National Park, Indonesia. By mapping critical habitats and identifying high-risk areas, the research aims to support conservation efforts and inform management strategies. The data will help guide effective actions to protect the priority species, the pig-tailed snub-nosed langur.
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Upscaling Pangolin Research and Conservation through Community Ranger-led Biomonitoring: Mapping Priority Habitats and Threats in the Deng-Deng National Park.
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Approved by the GEF Council in December 2022 initially as the “Gustavo Fonseca Youth Conservation Leadership Program,” the new innovative program supports the professional development of promising young conservationists from developing countries.
The program, in honor of tropical scientist Gustavo Fonseca, the GEF’s long-serving Director of Programs who passed away in August 2022, will include conservation fellowships, grants for biodiversity field work, awards for participation in international conservation events, and a recurrent global conservation symposium bringing together young environmental leaders.