IUCN SSC: Species E-Bulletin, November 2024

IUCN SSC: Species E-Bulletin, November 2024

 
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November 2024

 
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Opportunities
 
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Applications for SSC Internal Grants Open January 20 to February 17, 2025

The grant aims to encourage and promote activities of the SSC Groups that contribute to the Species Conservation Cycle, through the allocation of funds between USD 2,000 - 3,500 for those projects to be undertaken in 2025.

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ASAP Species Rapid Action Fund - now accepting proposals

That is why ASAP is offering grants of up to SGD 13,500 to ASAP Partners for urgent and emergency conservation of ASAP species. The fund will provide rapid disbursement of small amounts of funds to address urgent requests from the field for conservation actions.

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The BIAZA Awards are now open for 2025!

The BIAZA Awards provide an opportunity for you to have your achievements recognised within the zoo and aquarium community. Incorporating a range of categories, you have the chance to achieve Winner or Runner-Up and demonstrate BIAZA best practice and excellence in your field of work.

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IKI Small Grants: 6th call for proposals now open

The international call for proposals by IKI Small Grants addresses regional, national, and local organisations based in ODA-eligible countries. They are invited to apply directly for funding for local or regional climate and biodiversity action and projects. IKI Small Grants provides funding of between EUR 60,000 and 200,000.

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Explore more funding opportunities in the One Stop Shop 

SSC Conservation grants winners
 
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SSC Red List Grants

9 Proposals selected for a total allocated amount of US$41,681.00.Check the winners and their projects.

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SSC Internal Grants

17 Proposals selected for a total allocated amount of US$55,733.58. Check the winners and their projects.

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SSC EDGE Internal Grants

6 Proposals selected for a total allocated amount of US$51,738.50. Check the winners and their projects.

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SSC Conservation grants results
Assess

IUCN SSC Brazil Fungal Specialist Group
2nd Brazilian Workshop on Assessing Fungal and Lichen Species for the IUCN Global Red List

The project supported the IUCN SSC Brazil Fungal Specialist Group in advancing fungal conservation by conducting assessments at the workshop during the 10th Brazilian Congress of Mycology in Belo Horizonte, Brazil from 19 to 23 February 2024. The workshop evaluated 20 fungal species, with 16 slated for the IUCN Global Red List in 2024. A symposium highlighted advances in fungal conservation. Key activities included 

species assessments by 17 experts and public awareness sessions. More details here.

 
Plan

IUCN SSC Primate Specialist Group
Population management for the conservation of the red howler monkey (Alouatta guariba) in Argentina

This proposal aimed to develop a population management decision-making workshop using the IUCN SSC CPSG One Plan Approach and its Principles & Steps for conservation planning. Alouatta guariba, listed among the 25 most endangered primates in 2018 and 2022, has just 20–50 adults left in Argentina. They are distributed across six sites in Misiones: Piñalito and Moconá Provincial Parks, Piñalito Norte Paraje, Route 16 (Monte Carlo-San Pedro), Yabotí Reserve, and San Vicente Biosphere. Evaluación del manejo poblacional para la conservación del mono aullador rojo (Alouatta guariba) en la provincia de Misiones, Argentina. REPORTE FINAL. 

 
Act

IUCN SSC Mid-Atlantic Islands Invertebrate Specialist Group
A home for the Forest Giants: ex-situ efforts for the conservation of the Endangered Obô Giant Snail Archachatina bicarinata

The project aimed to conserve the Obô giant land snail (Archachatina bicarinata) through ex-situ population maintenance, growth and reproduction studies, disease risk mitigation, and awareness efforts. Achievements included monitoring 21 snails and eggs, rebuilding the facility roof net, and engaging visitors via tours and media features. Despite challenges, it 

improved infrastructure, raised awareness, and featured in local TV and documentaries, laying a foundation for sustainable conservation

 
Communicate

IUCN SSC Parasite Specialist Group launched new website

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