Ichneumon-wasp (Megarhyssa perlata) Case Study
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Continent: Europe
Country: Ukraine
Grant Amount: $4,000
Awarded Date: June 01, 2017
Oleksandr Varga
I. I. Schmalhausen Institute of Zoology, NAS of Ukraine
Getmana Mazepy Street 165B / 69
Ivano-Frankivsk
Ivano-Frankivsk
76026
Ukraine
Tel: 38 (03471) 45-4-29
Mob:
The Transcarpathian natural forest ecosystems: ichneumonid parasitoids (Hymenoptera: Ichneumonidae) diversity and conservation status
This project is focused on diversity and role of Ichneumon-wasps in indicating the condition of natural Carpathian forests ecosystems. We include outreach activities aiming to share knowledge with foresters, students and amateur entomologists, and attract attention of general public to role of these insects in forest ecosystems and necessity of their protection
1) Scientific investigation of the Carpathian ichneumonid parasitoids communities.
2) Training (especially including field practice) for staff and foresters of the nature protected areas, and students.
3) Preparation of publicity and advisory materials.
4) Monitoring network development.
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