Clinosperma macrocarpa (Clinosperma macrocarpa)
Mohamed bin Zayed Species project number 11252236
New Caledonia is one of the biodiversity hotspots in the world with more endemic species than in the whole continental Europe. It holds the world record of diversity for palm trees and conifers. New Caledonia is among IUCN’s major priorities for palm trees (13 species threatened) and conifers (23 species threatened).
Lavoixia macrocarpa, now known as Clinosperma macrocarpa, is a palm tree with no known vernacular name. With a limited number of individuals, believed to consist in three micro-populations, this palm tree is listed as Critically Endangered under the IUCN Red List. It is one of the flagship palms for conservation in the pacific islands for the IUCN CCS Palm Specialist Group.
Clinosperma macrocarpa is mainly threatened by predation from alien invasive species such as rats, pigs and deer, and by illegal harvesting from private nurseries and collectors for ornamental purposes.
It is exclusively found (micro-endemism) on the Mont Panié Wilderness Reserve in North Province of New Caledonia. It was established in 1950 and is a 5000 ha reserve. A local Kanak association called Dayu Biik manages the Reserve.
The Panié mount is the highest point of New Caledonia (1629 m) and is also the largest forest of the island (35,000 ha).
The objective of the project is to set up, in partnership with local NGO Dayu Biik, an Action Plan for threatened Clinosperma macrocarpa based on research, conservation techniques and environmental education, with the involvement of local institutions and communities. This Action Plan aims at contributing to the long-term protection of the species and at setting up a joint program for Rainforest conservation at large.
Based on a multi-stakeholders approach and partnerships with local institutions and communities, this species-specific Action Plan will contribute to a broader conservation approach. The aim is:
1- To protect Clinosperma macrocarpa by implementing activities against exotic invasive mammal species and illegal harvesting;
2- To reinforce micro-populations by assessing and promoting population enrichment techniques with the help of experts from local research institutes (such as the Institute for Research and Development - IRD);
3- To monitor population dynamics and impact of threats versus conservation measures using an adequate methodology;
4- To contribute to the management of Mont Panié Wilderness Reserve by providing technical and financial support to Dayu Biik (association managed by members of the local communities and recognized by the autorithies from North Province as being responible for the development of a participatory conservation of the Reserve since 2004).
Our organisation:
Non-profit association established in 2001 (under French law), Noé Conservation aims at conserving biodiversity through field-based conservation programs for endangered species and their habitats, and through educational programs to encourage changes in our attitudes towards the environment.
The Association intends:
- To carry out field-based projects dedicated to species conservation based on key activities such as data gathering on endangered species, field conservation actions, local sustainable development and educational campaigns.
- To develop a network of protected areas in a variety of habitat.
- To support relevant and long-term actions for biodiversity conservation based on strong local and international partnerships.
- To support local stakeholders with expertise and financially to develop sustainable habitat management plans and species conservation tools.
Noé Conservation works in France as well as on French overseas territories and abroad.
www.noeconservation.org
Project number: 11252236
Awarded amount: $10,000
Awarded date: 26-08-2011
Continent: Oceania
Country: New Caledonia
Helene Moquet
Noé Conservation
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Paris
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France
Tel: +331 8283 3425
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