International Union for Conservation of Nature6h
Situation analysis on the roles and risks of wildlife in the emergence of human infectious diseases
This situation analysis presents a thorough, evidence-based examination of the relationship between wildlife and zoonosis, wildlife and emerging human pathogens and associated diseases, their origins, ...
International Union for Conservation of Nature10h
The Mediterranean Red List
In much the same way as a barometer measures atmospheric pressure to help us prepare for adverse weather conditions, the IUCN Mediterranean Red List measures the pressures acting on species in this ...
International Union for Conservation of Nature19h
The role of Indigenous peoples and local communities in effective and equitable conservation
A 2021 study led by members of CEESP's Theme on Human Wellbeing and Sustainable Livelihoods provides yet more evidence that conservation led by Indigenous Peoples and local communities, based around ...
International Union for Conservation of Nature23h
The conservation status of marine biodiversity of the Pacific Islands of Oceania
Authors: Buchanan, J.R., Carpenter, K.E., Greenfield, D.W., Harvey, M.S., Harwell, H.D., Larson, H.K., Lawrence, A., Linardich, C., Matsuura, K., Motomura, H., Munroe ...
International Union for Conservation of Nature1d
OECMs Discussion Paper: Framing the Issues
The overall aim of this document is to help set out the issues, considerations and questions relevant to the Task Force’s mandate, namely: to develop guidance for IUCN members and CBD Parties on the ...
International Union for Conservation of Nature1d
IUCN Secretariat
IUCN’s headquarters are in Gland, near Geneva, Switzerland, and we have regional, outpost, country and project offices around the world. In addition to contributing knowledge, convening and ...
International Union for Conservation of Nature1d
The impact of IUCN resolutions on international conservation efforts : an overview
This paper briefly highlights some of the major impacts and influences that IUCN Resolutions have had on conservation. It is not meant to be comprehensive, but rather to focus attention on some of the ...
International Union for Conservation of Nature2d
Asian rhinos : status survey and conservation action plan
There are currently three species of Asian rhino: the Indian or greater one-horned Asian rhino, the Javan or lesser one-horned Asian rhino and the Sumatran or Asian two-horned rhino. Today, all three ...
International Union for Conservation of Nature2d
Primary forests including intact forest landscapes
Although restored or even degraded forests can offer some degree of environmental and ecological functionality, they fall short of delivering the full and robust suite of benefits provided by primary ...
International Union for Conservation of Nature3d
Achieving 30x30: The Role of Nature Positive Tourism in Meeting Global Biodiversity Targets
With over 50% of global tourism relying on nature, the sector has the potential to play a crucial role in biodiversity conservation. At the 19th Meeting of the UN Tourism Committee on Tourism and ...
International Union for Conservation of Nature3d
Cities and nature
Cities are home to 4.4 billion people — well over half of humanity. This figure is projected to reach 6.7 billion by 2050. Rapid and uncontrolled urbanisation brings dramatic environmental change, ...
International Union for Conservation of Nature3d
IUCN WCPA Cultural and Spiritual Values of Protected Areas Specialist Group
The Cultural & Spiritual Values of Protected Areas Specialist Group aims to promote the appropriate recognition and inclusion of all relevant cultural and spiritual values, knowledge, and meanings ...