We prepared a map of lynx habitat occupancy based on SCALP data (Status and Conservation of the Alpine Lynx Population). The data are divided in a three-level classification of field records. The first category (C1) represents ‘hard fact’ data (e.g. good quality and georeferenced lynx photos); the second category (C2) includes confirmed data (e.g. tracks verified by an expert); and the third category (C3) are unconfirmed data (e.g. any kind...
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Within the framework of A.4 project action, we prepared two Regional reinforcement plans for lynx, one for Slovenia and one for Croatia. The plans are written in national languages and are already in use in both countries. The main difference between them is the area they cover and the method of lynx releases (soft vs hard release). The Croatian plan covers the entire area of releases, while the Slovenian covers the area of the...
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We are please to report the completion of the POPULATION LEVEL REINFORCEMENT PLAN – Action A.4 – Elaboration of plans for reinforcement of the Dinaric-SE Alpine population and for creation of a new “stepping stone” population. This plan was a team effort and reflects the current state of our scientific knowledge of lynx and the social and management processes needed to follow the IUCN 2013 Guidelines for...
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The report titled, “Lessons Learned from Past Reintroduction and Translocation Efforts with an Emphasis on Carnivores” is completed. The report synthesizes important lessons from biological and social factors from historic mammalian translocation efforts. The report relied on peer-reviewed literature and specific case-studies that involved Eurasian lynx reintroductions and other large carnivores. The findings and lessons highlighted...
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Project team is continuing with presentations of LIFE Lynx project for hunters in Slovenia. On Friday 20th April we had a meeting with hunters from hunting club Borovnica. Project team presented general information about the lynx and about project activities. Important part of the meeting was to present to the hunters all possibilities for their involvement in the project. The response from them was very positive and we are looking...
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Kočevska region is one of the main areas of lynx distribution in Slovenia. This is also the area where lynx from the first reintroduction in 1973 were released. The cooperation with hunters in this area is very good and we continue to work closely with them. On the 5th of April we presented them the project and opportunities for further cooperation in this area.
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Croatian LIFE Lynx project team held a presentation of the project and lynx monitoring workshop in Zadar, Croatia. On Wednesday, a dozen of enthusiastic and interested local hunters gathered for the presentation of LIFE Lynx, and learned about the project general information and implementation of planned activities. Project presentation highlighted the activities which will take place in the surrounding area which attained the...
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Project team is continuing with presentations of LIFE Lynx project for hunters in Slovenia. Yesterday we had a fruitful meeting with hunters from Notranjska region. Project team presented some general information about the lynx and about project activities. Notranjska region is very suitable for lynx release site, and the team is looking forward to cooperate with Notranjska hunters in the future.
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On February 13th LIFE Lynx project team from Slovenia had their first meeting with hunters. The meeting took place in Gorenjska region – lynx »stepping stone« area and was intended for hunters from three different hunting clubs in this area. Project partners presented some general knowledge about the lynx and about project activities. The hunters were very interested in presentations and some interesting debate was risen...
Read MoreElaboration of Plans for Reinforcement of the Dinaric-SE Alpine Population and for Creation of a New “Stepping Stone” Population The goals of this action are three-fold: to properly plan the reinforcement effort, to work closely with hunting communities to establish core release sites, and to establish a stepping stone habitat for lynx. These activities will help ensure long-term population persistence and will increase...
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