Making Biodiversity Fly Again
This project has a long-term objective to improve the living conditions of the Western Capercaillie (Tetrao urogallus), a charismatic and endangered/vulnerable bird species in the Swiss Alps – by improving the specific habitat conditions they rely on and contributing to over-all biodiversity in his region.
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Professional forest management measurements such as logging, thinning were implemented as they create diversified forest structures for the capercaillie. With the help of volunteers from the WWF and the Bergwaldprojekt, forest soil was cleaned in the areas of interest. With the help of volunteers from the WWF and the Bergwaldprojekt, forest soil was cleaned in the areas of interest.
Through school visits, excursions and snow hikes, children and adults are sensitized towards minimizing disturbance of wildlife and the importance of diverse and ecologically valuable habitats.
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Proponente: WWF Switzerland
Luogo: between the cantons of St. Gallen and Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland
Duration: 2020 - 2022 (first funding)
2023 - 2024 (second financing)
Collaboration: Canton Appenzell Ausserrhoden - Forestry service, Canton San Gallen - Forestry service, Bergwaldprojekt (volunteers)
