The Project

Actions

We show you the reintroduction planning actions of the endemic pigeon Columba junoniae, rabiche pigeon, on Gran Canaria.

Preparatory actions, elaboration of management and action plans

A1
Acción 1
Inventory and evaluation of forest dynamics and forest management of the monteverde vegetation stratum on the island of Gran Canaria.
A2
Acción 2
The elaboration of protocols and methodology to be applied in the reproduction of the laurel pigeon in captivity.
A3
Acción A3
The definition of locations and protocols for the release of pigeons bred in captivity.
A4
Plan for the reintroduction of the Columba junoniae, the white-tailed laurel pigeon, on the island of Gran Canaria.
A5
Acción A5
Plant production for the improvement of habitats.

Conservation Actions

C1
Acción C1
Breeding of the laurel pigeon in captivity
C2
Acción C2
Actions to improve habitats in the laurisilva forests, elm and pyrophyte formation management.
C3
Acción C3
The release of laurel pigeons in their natural environment on the island of Gran Canaria.
C4
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Predator control in the areas of release

Monitoring Actions

D1
Accion D1
Evaluation of the implementation of breeding in captivity and settling of laurel pigeon populations on Gran Canaria, as well as the regeneration and improvement of their habitat.
D2
Accion D2
Evaluation of the socio-economic impact of the project actions on the local population and economy, as well as on the regeneration of the eco-system functions.
D3
Accion D3
Monitoring the process - success of the reintroduction.

Awareness raising and dissemination actions

E1 Life + Rabiche Elaboration of the project web page
E2
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The elaboration of information material about the project
E3
Accion E3
Actions to increase awareness of locals and involved sectors.
E4
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Layman Report.
E5
Accion E5
Information panels
E6
Accion E6
Interpretation centre on the laurisilva forest and pigeons endemic to the Canary Islands.
E7
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Post-LIFE communication plan
E8
Accion E8
International seminar for the exchange of experiences with participants from similar projects.