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Iberian Lynx ( Lynx pardinus ) – Spain
| Content Provider | Semantic Scholar |
|---|---|
| Author | Vassen, Frank |
| Copyright Year | 2019 |
| Abstract | Iberian Lynx populations collapsed during the 20th century as a result of agricultural and silvicultural intensification, which resulted in the homogenisation of landscapes, as well as illegal hunting. The abandonment of marginal livestock farming and a net loss of rabbit populations were additional pressures. The improvement in the species' conservation status has been achieved through a significant number of LIFE projects. Key drivers of the success of these conservation measures have been the initial research activities and the transfer of knowledge to species conservation managers, as well as the active communication with and involvement of all stakeholders, particularly hunting associations and land owners, in the conservation of the species. The implementation of integrated management of the species in all its existing geographical distribution, as well as the launch of effective campaigns on the cultural value of the species and its critical conservation status, were also vital. Between 2007 and 2012, the global population of the Iberian lynx increased from 167 to 313 individuals. In its stronghold in Andalucía, the species increased from 94 individuals in 2002 to 448 in 2017. |
| File Format | PDF HTM / HTML |
| Alternate Webpage(s) | https://circabc.europa.eu/sd/a/ccbe9b38-64d7-4a0f-b611-4b7cae6d3e7c/ES%20-%20Iberian%20Lynx%20(Lynx%20pardinus)%20-%20Final.pdf |
| Language | English |
| Access Restriction | Open |
| Content Type | Text |
| Resource Type | Article |
