The Pan-Alpine Conservation Strategy for the Lynx
The Pan-Alpine Conservation Strategy for the Lynx

Author: Anja Molinari-Jobin

Publisher: Council of Europe

Published: 2003-01-01

Total Pages: 25

ISBN-13: 9287151113

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The Lynx was reintroduced in Switzerland in 1971 and has since increased its population to cover a substantial part of the Alps. The re-introduction was followed by a monitoring programme that has shown that the species still faces some challenges for its survival in the region. The Pan-Alpine Conservation Strategy for the Lynx (PACS) presented in this document states that no Alpine country can host a viable lynx population in isolation as all regional populations will be transboundary, and notes that international co-operation is essential for the conservation of shared populations, and even more to solve the mutual problems. The Strategy was endorsed by the Standing Committee to the Bern Convention in 2001.

Texts Adopted by the Standing Committee of the Convention on the Conservation of European Wildlife and Natural Habitats (Bern, 19 September 1979)
Texts Adopted by the Standing Committee of the Convention on the Conservation of European Wildlife and Natural Habitats (Bern, 19 September 1979)

Author: Council of Europe. Standing Committee of the Convention on the Conservation of European Wildlife and Natural Habitats

Publisher: Council of Europe

Published: 2005-01-01

Total Pages: 124

ISBN-13: 9789287157362

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The Council of Europe's Convention on the Conservation of European Wildlife and Natural Habitats, or "Bern Convention", came into force on 1 June 1982. The aim of the Bern Convention is to conserve biodiversity through a regional pan-European framework extended to include the Mediterranean regions and Africa. This document contains the texts adopted between 2001 and 2004 by the Standing Committee, a body composed of representatives of the Contracting Parties, whose meetings are attended also by observers. The Standing Committee is responsible for following the application of the Convention and can make recommendations to the Contracting Parties concerning measures to be taken for its implementation.

Beyond Conservation
Beyond Conservation

Author: Peter Taylor

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2013-06-17

Total Pages: 304

ISBN-13: 1136571353

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'Peter Taylor builds bridges between ecology countryside policy and spirituality ... This book is novel in its breadth and offers a sharp challenge to conventional thinking in conservation.' Bill Adams University of Cambridge 'There is a new determination to be more pro-active more creative and much bolder and Peter Taylor's important book captures that mood brilliantly.' Chris Baines Resurgence 'This is a vitally important and much needed book which shows the way forward for a renewed and positive relationship between people and wild Nature in Britain. Lucidly and authoritatively covering to.

The Restoration of Sites and Ecological Corridors in the Framework of Building Up the Pan-European Ecological Network, with Examples of Best Practices from European Countries
The Restoration of Sites and Ecological Corridors in the Framework of Building Up the Pan-European Ecological Network, with Examples of Best Practices from European Countries

Author: Eckhart Kuijken

Publisher: Council of Europe

Published: 2003-01-01

Total Pages: 74

ISBN-13: 9789287152763

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"The problem of fragmentation and isolation of (semi-) natural habitats throughout Europe is generally recognised. Isolation, together with the shrinkage of the area of optimal habitat, are major threats to biodiversity. They are the triggers for many direct and indirect processes with a negative impact on the viability of natural populations. This study is compiled on the basis of extensive research as well as on the consultation of a large number of specialists in the field of restoration ecology."--Publisher's description

The Pan-European Ecological Network--taking Stock
The Pan-European Ecological Network--taking Stock

Author: Marie Bonnin

Publisher: Council of Europe

Published: 2007-01-01

Total Pages: 120

ISBN-13: 9789287161192

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The pace of biodiversity decline is quickening worldwide. Habitat break-up, pollution, over-use of natural areas and the creation of artificial landscapes increase the rate of erosion, while reducing species' opportunity for migration, dispersion and exchange. In 1995, when the European Ministers of the Environment met in Sofia, they launched the Pan-European Biological and Landscape Diversity Strategy, so as to strengthen environment and biodiversity conservation policies. The setting up of the Pan-European Ecological Network covering Eurasia was one of the key steps taken under the Strategy. Work has continued on this project, and it is now based on the numerous national, regional and transregional ecological networks being set up throughout Europe.In Kiev, in 2003, the Ministers and heads of delegation noted these positive developments, expressed firm support for the creation of the Pan-European Ecological Network and asked for its constituent parts to be identified and mapped on a pan-European scale.This book looks at the implementation of this Network in the 55 states concerned. It has been written by a team comprising, under the aegis of the Council of Europe, numerous government experts and specialists dealing with the issue of ecological networks. It is intended to reassure Ministers, policy-makers and scientists that they made the right decision in supporting the creation of the Pan-European Ecological Network with a view to (re-)creating a true green infrastructure for Europe.

Conserving European Biodiversity in the Context of Climate Change
Conserving European Biodiversity in the Context of Climate Change

Author: Michael B. Usher

Publisher: Council of Europe

Published: 2007-01-01

Total Pages: 66

ISBN-13: 9789287162632

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Climate change is likely to have major environmental effects on natural habitats in the next fifty years. Conservation of biological diversity will have to be modified drastically to avoid massive extinctions of species of threatened habitat types. Precise recommendations are made to governments and conservation agencies that collaborate in the framework of the Bern Convention. This publication provides a starting point for discussion about possible adaptation strategies if Europe's biodiversity is to be conserved.

Action Plan for the Conservation of Sturgeons (Acipenseridae) in the Danube River Basin
Action Plan for the Conservation of Sturgeons (Acipenseridae) in the Danube River Basin

Author: Jürg Bloesch

Publisher: Council of Europe

Published: 2006-01-01

Total Pages: 126

ISBN-13: 9789287159922

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Six species of sturgeons are native to the Danube River Basin. The need for conservation action is urgent, given that recent observations in the Lower Danube indicate that all sturgeon populations are near extinction. Due to the high commercial value of sturgeon products, in particular caviar, the pressure from proaching and illegal trade remains intense. These species will not survive unless fishing practices are greatly addressed, and both migration routes and habitats for all life-cycle stages are protected. Through national action and international co-ordination, this action plan aims to secure viable populations of all Danube sturgeon species by sustainable management and restoration of their natural habitats and migratory corridors

Code of Practice for the Introduction of Biological and Landscape Diversity Considerations Into the Transport Sector
Code of Practice for the Introduction of Biological and Landscape Diversity Considerations Into the Transport Sector

Author: Catherine J. Bickmore

Publisher: Council of Europe

Published: 2003-01-01

Total Pages: 65

ISBN-13: 9287151156

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The Pan-European Biological and Landscape Strategy (1996) aims to halt the degradation of landscape and biological diversity across the European region. Action Theme 2 of the Strategy relates to the integration of landscape and biological diversity into other sectors including transport. This Code of Practice contributes to this progress. The Code relates to linear transport systems, comprising roads, railways and inland navigation along waterways, such as canals and rivers. It aims to assist elected representatives, decision makers, and practitioners as well as nature conservation bodies in the understanding of the main issues and solutions associated with the planning, design and use of linear transportation networks i.e. roads, railways and inland navigation channels, in relation to the landscape and biological diversity. Other modes of transport are outside the scope of this CodeThe Code sets a political and social framework and proposes policy options for the development of new, and the maintenance of existing linear transport systems in relation to biological and landscape diversity. By building on examples, the Code has developed a series of Practice Pointers.

Studies on Transport and Biological and Landscape Diversity
Studies on Transport and Biological and Landscape Diversity

Author: Nicolas de Sadeleer

Publisher: Council of Europe

Published: 2003-01-01

Total Pages: 128

ISBN-13: 9789287152787

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This publication contains five studies on biological and landscape diversity in relation to road, rail and navigable waterway transport development, and on the approaches adopted at national and international level.

European Bison (Bison Bonasus)
European Bison (Bison Bonasus)

Author: Zdzsław Pucek

Publisher: Council of Europe

Published: 2004-01-01

Total Pages: 88

ISBN-13: 9789287155498

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The European bison, the largest herbivore in Europe, was once widely distributed throughout western, central and south-eastern Europe. But by the end of the 19th century there were only two populations left in the the wild, this drastic decline caused by competition for food from deer, cattle grazing in forests, wars and heavy poaching. By 1945 there were only 54 animals with proven pedigrees in zoos, descended from 12 ancestor animals (of which a mere two are dominant genetically). Moves to restore the wild population began in the 1920s, and the restitution has successfully maintained the breed's purity. In 2000, there were nearly 2900 bison registered by the European Bison Pedigree Book, existing in 191 enclosed and 31 free-roaming herds. Despite this success, there remain concerns over the loss of genetic variability - the inbreeding affects life span, viability of young animals, and the interval between calving and skeletal growth - and the presence of, and susceptibility to, several diseases, including foot-and-mouth and TB. Management of the habitat and local populations of bison is necessary to maintain the optimum bison habitat. It remains an endangered species, and its full recovery and re-naturalisation in the wild cannot be guaranteed.