Southern Muriqui (Brachyteles arachnoides) Case Study

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MBZF Grant 252533283
Mammal

Continent: South America

Country: Brazil

Grant Amount: $15,000

Awarded Date: October 14, 2025

Roberto Carneiro

IBIOS - Instituto Biosfera


Av Bom Jesus, 121, casa 1

Bananal

Sao Paulo

12850-000

Brazil

Tel: +55-11-960760697

Mob: +55-11-960760697

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Enhanced Remote Monitoring: Utilizing Drones, Camera Traps, and Acoustic Records to Safeguard Endangered Species in the Atlantic Forest.

Enhanced Remote Monitoring: Utilizing drones, camera traps, and acoustic records to safeguard endangered species in the Brazilian Atlantic Forest.

1. Implement Comprehensive Remote Monitoring: Establish a robust system using drones, camera traps, and acoustic recorders to accurately assess the distribution, population dynamics, and behavior of the endangered Muriqui in the Serra da Bocaina region.

2.Generate Data-Driven Insights: Collect high-quality data to inform adaptive conservation management strategies, guiding targeted habitat restoration efforts and mitigating threats from habitat loss and fragmentation.

3. Enhance Habitat Conservation: Identify and prioritize critical habitat areas and ecological corridors for restoration, ensuring the long-term viability of the Atlantic Forest ecosystem.

4. Build Local Capacity: Provide training and support for community members and young conservationists in advanced monitoring techniques and environmental stewardship, fostering sustainable, locally driven conservation efforts.

5. Foster Collaborative Networks: Develop partnerships with local institutions, NGOs, and governmental agencies to facilitate ongoing knowledge exchange and coordinated conservation actions.

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MBZF Grant 252533283 - located in Brazil, South America