Strategic Direction 4:
Establish a small grants program (all eligible sites) that focuses on Critically Endangered species and small-scale efforts to increase connectivity of biologically important habitat patches
Capacity Development for Conservation in Africa Support nine students to attend at the Pan-African Ornithological Congress in South Africa during September 2008. The students: three each from Upper Guinea Forest region; Kenya, Tanzania, and Madagascar will present papers on their research findings as well as being introduced to a larger body of like-minded conservation scientists.
A Bilingual Field Guide to the Amphibians of the Eastern Arc Mountains and Coastal Forests of Tanzania and KenyaPublish an up-to-date guide to the amphibians of the region, including accurate descriptions of the natural history and biology, in both English and Kiswahili. Promote further research and conservation of threatened species in this biogeographic realm.
| Amount |
$19,540 |
| Grant Term |
09/07
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12/09 |
| Grantee |
The Research Institute of the State University of New York |
| Project Documents |
- Final report, English (PDF - 22 KB)
- Publication: Field Guide to Amphibians of the Eastern Arc Mountains and Coastal Forests of Tanzania and Kenya, English & Kiswahili, (PDF – 7.7 MB) |
Coordinated Monitoring of the Endangered Spotted Ground Thrush in the East African Breeding and Non-breeding GroundsProvide information that increases the knowledge about the spotted ground thrush (Zoothera guttata), its habitat, and the sites it occupies. Detect and act on threats to the species and other biodiversity of those sites, and help assess the effectiveness and progress of conservation efforts.
A Second Population Assessment of the Uluguru Bush Shrike Malaconotus Alius, Uluguru MountainsComplete a second population census of the Uluguru bush shrike Malaconotus alius, an Alliance for Zero Extinction species within the Eastern Afromontane Hostpot. Combined with the data from the 2000 census, these data will be used to measure the status and trends of this Critically Endangered species.
| Amount |
$12,280 |
| Grant Term |
11/06
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04/07 |
| Grantee |
Wildlife Conservation Society of Tanzania |
| Project Documents |
- Final report (PDF - 26 KB) |
Assessment of Overall Spider Diversity and Establishment of the Status and Ecology of Two New Species of Spiders from Taita HillsEstablish a full checklist of the spider fauna of the Taita Hills and also carry out a detailed ecological survey of two recently described endemic species of spiders Toxoniella taitensis and Toxoniella rogoae to assess their conservation status
Small Grants for Building Research Capacity Among Tanzanian and Kenyan StudentsProvide bursaries for students to undertake research at the species, site, and landscape levels.
Assessment of Baseline Ecological and Socioeconomic Factors for Forest Restoration Planning in the Bunduki Gap of the Uluguru Mountain Forests of TanzaniaAssess baseline ecological and socioeconomic factors for forest restoration planning in the Bunduki Gap in order to increase forest connectivity between the Uluguru North and South forest reserves and enhance biodiversity conservation.
Threatened Plant Species of not yet Surveyed Coastal Forest Patches in Handeni District, TanzaniaComplete a botanical survey of the little known coastal forest of Kwedijela in Handeni District on the western boundary of Saadani National Park to contribute to the protection of globally threatened plants and help guide conservation investment.
Population Density Estimates and Threats Evaluation of the Highly Endangered Udzungwa Forest Partridge in the Udzungwa Mountains of TanzaniaSurvey the known and potential range of the Udzungwa forest partridge Xenoperdix udzungwensis to determine the population size, density, and abundance to update the status in the IUCN Red List. Document the population structure and obtain genetic material for analysis as well as gain an idea of the food preferences of this threatened species.
Instituting a Biodiversity Monitoring System of Globally Threatened Species in Dakatcha WoodlandEngage the local community in an ecological monitoring program by providing training on methods to measure environmental factors. The community will then undertake a baseline assessment of the woodlands and continue to monitor changes and effects on the bird community.
| Amount |
$19,978 |
| Grant Term |
01/06
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12/08 |
| Grantee |
Nature Kenya |
| Project Documents |
- Final report, English (PDF - 29 KB) |
| Related News and Products |
- Newsletter: Nature Net, May 2007, (PDF - 916 KB) |
Making Available Copies of WWF Ecoregion BooksDisseminate, to key institutions and policymakers in East Africa, the recently published Terrestrial Ecoregions of Africa: A Conservation Assessment and Freshwater Ecoregions of Africa: A Conservation Assessment. These publications represent the culmination of current understanding of these ecoregions. Improving access to these publications will strengthen the case for conservation interventions.
| Amount |
$19,000 |
| Grant Term |
01/06
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03/06 |
| Grantee |
World Wide Fund for Nature |
| Project Documents |
- Final report (PDF - 19 KB) |
Biodiversity of a Landscape: Examining Forest Heterogeneity and Ecological Change in the East Usambaras Since 1975Assess long-term ecological change, species diversity, and vegetation architecture to determine how these affect the ability of any area to be an effective biological corridor. Data on species composition and structure will be incorporated into a landscape-scale predictive model by integrating detailed biological surveys with high-resolution satellite images since 1975.
Population Estimates of Threatened Birds in the East Usambara Mountains, TanzaniaCalculate the population density of several highly threatened bird species occurring in the East Usambara Mountains. These data will contribute to assessing the 2003 gold rush that affected this area as well as contribute to the long-term monitoring of conservation investments of this key biodiversity forest area.
Taxonomy and Conservation Genetics of the Threatened Mangabey Taxa of the Eastern Arc Mountains and Coastal Forests of Tanzania and KenyaCollect genetic samples and record vocalizations from the major populations of mangabeys through out Tanzania and Kenya. These data will be analyzed to determine the degree of speciation of the respective populations and the extent of reproductive isolation and potential threats to survival due to loss of genetic variability.
| Amount |
$19,925 |
| Grant Term |
09/05
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08/08 |
| Grantee |
Carolyn L. Ehardt |
| Project Documents |
- The final report is unavailable for this project. |
Assessment of the Diversity and Conservation Status of Primates in the Coastal Forests of KenyaResolve important questions pertaining to the taxonomy, distribution, abundance, and conservation status for the nine endemic species and five endemic/near-endemic subspecies of primates in the region. These data will produce recommendations for long-term conservation actions and contribute to improving the IUCN Red List status of these primates.
Small Grants for Global Conservation of Amphibian Diversity Within HotspotsDevelop and implement the Amphibian Action Fund aimed at the long-term conservation of amphibian species, and their habitats, within biodiversity hotspots around the globe. This fund will make available small grants of up to $10,000 to be awarded to individuals and groups working within the hotspots on targeted amphibian conservation activities.
| Amount |
$30,000 |
| Grant Term |
07/05
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09/09 |
| Grantee |
Arizona State University |
| Project Documents |
- Final report, English (PDF - 25 KB)
- Final report, English (PDF - 108 KB)
- Final report, Conservation Status of Chinese Giant Salamander, English (PDF - 2.53 MB)
- Final report, Conservation of Caecilians in the Eastern Himalayas Region, English (PDF - 6.72 MB)
- Final report, Restoration of Sagalla Hill with a view to creating a sustainable future for the Critically Endangered caecilian Boulengerula niedeni, English (PDF - 7.76 MB)
- Final report, Riqueza, Diversidad y Estatus de los Anfibios Amenazados en el Sureste de Mexico; una Evaluacion para Determinar las Posibles Causas de la Declinacion de Sus Poblaciones, Español (PDF - 3.71 MB)
- Final report, Assessment of endangered and endemic amphibians in the forests of southern Ghana, English (PDF - 808 KB)
- Final report, Threatened amphibians in the Succulent Karoo Hotspot: An integrated approach to their conservation, English (PDF - 32 KB) |
| Related News and Products |
- Story: More Funds for Amphibian Protection, August 10, 2007
- Learn more about this project in the Eco-Index
- Para aprender más sobre este proyecto, visite el Eco-Index
- Interview: An interview with Robin Moore about this project: English / Español |
Survey of Microchiropteran Bats of Mafia, Pemba, and Unguja, and Subsequent Creation of Educational, Scientific, and Conservation ToolsSurvey microbats on Pemba, Unguja, and Mafia Islands off mainland Tanzania to identify the diversity of bat species, current status, and threats to the roosts and feeding habitats. These data will be compared with similar assessments being undertaken on other Indian Ocean Islands including Madagascar.