Science-Based Conservation of Wetlands in Two Key Biodiversity Areas in the State of Palestine
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Science-Based Conservation of Wetlands in Two Key Biodiversity Areas in the State of Palestine

Dates / Project duration

June 2023 - October 2024 / 17 months

Status

In progress

Location

Palestinian Territory, Occupied

Project leader(s)

Bethlehem University ?

Description

Undertake an evaluation of two protected areas (Pas) within two KBAs of significance in Palestine (Jordan Valley and Northern Dead Sea Region) containing respectively marshland and spring wetlands. Expected results, including from environmental DNA analysis, are designating conservation status of key wetland species, creating management plans (collectively with stakeholders) and bridging science-policy-practice guide leading to effective PA conservation and OEACM in nascent state that just delineated its PA Network.



This project is funded as part of a partnership between DIMFE and CEPF.