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Madagascar Fauna Group Madagascar Fauna Group: An international consortium of zoos and related institutions working to conserve Madagascar's wildlife and habitats. Gives information about Madagascar, projects being undertaken and contact details. (Conservation) http://www.madagascarfaunagroup.org/ The Charles Darwin Foundation The Charles Darwin Foundation: Founded in 1959, under the auspices of UNESCO and the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources, the Charles Darwin Foundation is dedicated to the conservation of the Galapagos ecosystems. (Conservation) http://www.darwinfoundation.org/ IUCN IUCN: The world conservation union, whose mission is to influence, encourage and assist societies throughout the world to conserve the integrity and diversity of nature and to ensure that any use of natural resources is equitable and ecologically sustainable. (Conservation) http://www.iucn.org/ Biological Conservation Newsletter Biological Conservation Newsletter: A monthly publication of the Department of Systematic Biology, National Museum of Natural History, Smithsonian Institution. (Conservation) http://rathbun.si.edu/bcn/ Indiana Conservation Indiana Conservation: Dedicated to the conservation of biodiversity in Indiana, includes lists and descriptions of endangered species and habitats, and news and updates of conservation groups. (Conservation) http://ice.butler.edu Conservation through Research Education and Action Conservation through Research Education and Action: A UK charitable organisation dedicated to the conservation of tropical environments in Panama. Gives information on research being undertaken and conservation projects. (Conservation) http://www.crea-panama.org Conservation Biology Discussions Conservation Biology Discussions: Conservation biology discussion archives provided by the University of Washington. (Conservation) http://csf.colorado.edu/consbio/ Earthroots Park Alert Earthroots Park Alert: Working to stop high-impact activities such as hunting, mining, ATV and snowmobile use in protected areas such as parks and conservations reserves. Information about the impact of these activities, and the action being taken, is given. (Conservation) http://www.parkalert.org Wildlife Conservation Network Wildlife Conservation Network: Information about the network which focuses on funding and supporting independent and innovative conservationists who are creating and implementing new strategies for saving endangered wildlife and habitats and the projects in progress. (Conservation) http://www.wildnet.org National Biodiversity Network National Biodiversity Network: An information network of biodiversity data provided by a collaboration of organisations, such as the UK nature agencies, wildlife trusts, the Natural History Museum and others. (Conservation) http://www.nbn.org.uk/ International Marine Mammal Association International Marine Mammal Association: Dedicated to the conservation of marine mammals and their habitats worldwide, through research and education. (Conservation) http://www.imma.org/ Tropical Research and Conservation Centre Tropical Research and Conservation Centre: Research and education in biodiversity conservation and sustainable use of marine environments of East Malaysia. (Conservation) http://www.tracc.00server.com/ The Paradise The Paradise: Information about the threats to cacti, bromeliads and other plants and wildlife in Brazil. (Conservation) http://www.cactos.com.br/pages/01_a_paraiso_abre_eng.html ASEAN Regional Centre for Biodiversity Conservation ASEAN Regional Centre for Biodiversity Conservation: Supports the generation, exchange and dissemination of information related to biodiversity conservation in South East Asia and serves as the focus for networking and institutional linkage among ASEAN Member countries and between ASEAN and EU partner organ (Conservation) http://www.arcbc.org.ph/ Ulster Wildlife Trust Ulster Wildlife Trust: A conservation organisation in Northern Ireland and a partner in the network of Wildlife Trusts, providing information about habitats, species, reserves, and. projects being undertaking. Current news, events and contact detail are given. (Conservation) http://www.ulsterwildlifetrust.org/ Society for Conservation Biology Society for Conservation Biology: International professional organization promoting the scientific study of phenomena that affect the maintenance, loss, and restoration of biological diversity. (Conservation) http://conbio.net/ Native America Native America: Information about the plants and animals of North America, research being undertaken, restoration/protection projects and membership details. (Conservation) http://nativeamerica.org/ Biodiversity Conservation Biodiversity Conservation: The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) implements and coordinates programs or activities that study, conserve, and manage biological diversity, both domestically and internationally. (Conservation) http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/prot_res/overview/biodiversity.html Biodiversity Conservation Network Biodiversity Conservation Network: BCN was established to test hypotheses about the conditions under which community-based enterprises can lead to conservation. This BCN Web site is no longer being updated, however, details of the research are still accessible. (Conservation) http://www.bcnet.org/ Natural Resources Defense Council Natural Resources Defense Council: Information about the threats to endangered animals and their habitats. (Conservation) http://www.nrdc.org/wildlife/default.asp Offwell Woodland and Wildlife Trust Offwell Woodland and Wildlife Trust: Concerned with the conservation of species, habitats and biodiversity. (Conservation) http://www.offwell.free-online.co.uk/conserva.htm Conservation Environment Ecosystems Conservation Environment Ecosystems: Focuses on the privatization of important conservation lands by Toronto Conservation Authority in the Rouge Park. (Conservation) http://www.blackhole.on.ca/main.htm ESRI Conservation Program ESRI Conservation Program: Conservation information and links to organisations. (Conservation) http://www.conservationgis.org/ The Rare Species Conservatory Foundation The Rare Species Conservatory Foundation: A non-profit organization dedicated to preserving biodiversity. (Conservation) http://www.rarespecies.org/index.htm BP Conservation Project BP Conservation Project: Provides funding for student led conservation projects world-wide. (Conservation) http://www.bp.com/conservation/ Office of Protected Resources Office of Protected Resources: Provides advice for national policy direction and conservation of marine mammals, endangered species and their habitats. (Conservation) http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/prot_res/prot_res.html International Trust for Nature Conservation International Trust for Nature Conservation: A UK charity working mainly in Nepal and India. Gives information on species and habitat protection, monitoring, reforestation and environmental education. (Conservation) http://www.itnc.org/ Biodiversity Biodiversity: Provides information on present status and key issues of biodiversity in India. This also contains case studies, discussion list, and links. (Conservation) http://www.teriin.org/biodiv/biodiv.htm Biodiversity and WORLDMAP Biodiversity and WORLDMAP: Measuring biodiversity value & selecting priority areas for conservation. (Conservation) http://www.rrz.uni-hamburg.de/biologie/b_online/ibc99/biogeography/ Bushmeat Crisis Task Force Bushmeat Crisis Task Force: A consortium of conservation organizations and scientists dedicated to the conservation of wildlife populations threatened by commercial hunting of wildlife for sale as meat. (Conservation) http://www.bushmeat.org/ Oryx Oryx: A journal that provides a comprehensive review of the conservation and status of fauna, flora and habitats, and of conservation policy and sustainable use. (Conservation) http://titles.cambridge.org/journals/journal_catalogue.asp?historylinks=SUBJ&mnemonic=ORX Biodiversity Support Program Biodiversity Support Program: Operated from 1989-2001 as a consortium of international conservation agencies. Numerous publications and other documents have been archived online. Emphasis on projects combining conservation with social and economic development. (Conservation) http://www.bsponline.org/ Biodiversity Conservation Information System Biodiversity Conservation Information System: A partnership of major international organisations involved with biodiversity and conservation. Aiming to provide conservationists, government officials and others with access to important information about conservation of biodiversity. (Conservation) http://www.biodiversity.org/ International Events International Events: A list of international conferences devoted to conservation and sustainable development. (Conservation) http://www.czp.cuni.cz/en/info/pokus.asp Darwin Initiative Biodiversity Conservation Darwin Initiative Biodiversity Conservation: A UK government grant scheme to promote biodiversity protection and sustainable resource use in less developed countries. Project, programme and monitoring information. (Conservation) http://www.darwin.gov.uk Teaming With Wildlife Teaming With Wildlife: A national campaign to prevent species from becoming endangered and to nurture a new generation of wildlife stewards by securing funding for state-level nongame wildlife conservation and related education and recreation programs. (Conservation) http://www.teaming.com/ The Environmental Protection and Conservation Foundation The Environmental Protection and Conservation Foundation: Supports academic research for the preservation and improvement of the natural environment and to minimise the impact of industrial processes on the environment. (Conservation) http://www.epcfoundation.org/welcome.htm World Conservation Monitoring Centre World Conservation Monitoring Centre: Provides information services on conservation and sustainable use of the world's living resources, and helps others to develop information systems of their own. (Conservation) http://www.unep-wcmc.org/ Temper of the Times Foundation Temper of the Times Foundation: Provides funds to underwrite advertising designed to promote the conservation and restoration of native wildlife, plants, and ecosystems in the United States. Application guidelines and procedures are given. (Conservation) http://www.temperfund.org 2000 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species 2000 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species: Provides taxonomic, conservation status, and distribution information on taxa that are facing a high risk of global extinction. (Conservation) http://www.redlist.org/ Conservation Law Foundation Conservation Law Foundation: Uses law, economics and science to solve the environmental problems that threaten the people, natural resources and communities of New England. (Conservation) http://www.clf.org/ NatureServe Explorer NatureServe Explorer: Source for conservation information on more than 50,000 plants, animals, and ecological communities of the United States and Canada. (Conservation) http://www.natureserve.org/explorer/ Wild World Wild World: Provides maps identifying habitat types and areas that are identified as priority for conservation. (Conservation) http://www.worldwildlife.org/wildworld Community Biodiversity Network Community Biodiversity Network: A description of biodiversity and its conservation in Australia. (Conservation) http://www.nccnsw.org.au/member/cbn/projects/EducationCentre/AboutBiod.html Biodiversity Conservation Programme Biodiversity Conservation Programme: For the Eastern Caribbean, 1990-1999. (Conservation) http://www.irf.org/irhome.html Calypso Environmental Research Bureau Calypso Environmental Research Bureau: A not-for-profit non-governmental organisation, aiming to preserve the natural heritage of the Mediterranean environment. Gives information on research being undertaken, the resources available and sponsers. (Conservation) http://members.fortunecity.es/calypso/ The Center for Reproduction of Endangered Species The Center for Reproduction of Endangered Species: Dedicated to preserving and protecting rare and endangered wildlife, with much of the research conducted since its foudning in 1975 has become critical in helping save many species from extinction. (Conservation) http://www.sandiegozoo.org/conservation/homepage.php3 Biosis Biosis: An abstracting and indexing service for the life sciences. (Conservation) http://www.biosis.org.uk/ Docent Docent: The Zoo docents are volunteers who share with visitors the mysteries and wonder of animals that we share this planet with, complementing the educational efforts of the Singapore Zoological Gardens and Night Safari by providing special programmes on conser (Conservation) http://www.szgdocent.org/content.htm Species Survival Commission Species Survival Commission: Species conservation network: a science-based organization, offering to the conservation and development communities the knowledge and tools needed for sound decisions regarding ecosystems and the people who depend on them. The web site is an umbrella for (Conservation) http://www.iucn.org/themes/ssc/ Watershed Biodiversity Watershed Biodiversity: Analysis and conservation of biodiversity of watersheds. (Conservation) http://www.dnr.cornell.edu/hydro2/watintro.htm Conservation Fund Conservation Fund: Established in 1986, the fund has protected over 1.4 million acres of the nation's natural and cultural heritage, seeking sustainable solutions by integrating environmental and economic goals. (Conservation) http://www.conservationfund.org/conservation/index.html Conservation International Conservation International: Field-based non-profit organization that uses science, economics, policy, and community involvement to promote biodiversity conservation in tropical rain forests and other endangered ecosystems worldwide. Works in 23 countries in Latin America, Africa, an (Conservation) http://www.conservation.org/xp/CIWEB/home WildCRU Wildlife Conservation Research Unit WildCRU Wildlife Conservation Research Unit: Oxford University group develops practical solutions to conservation problems through research, implementation, education and local public involvement. Includes support and donation details. (Conservation) http://www.wildcru.org/ The Whitley Awards Foundation The Whitley Awards Foundation: Offers a wide range of awards and grants for nature conservation projects worldwide. Applications are welcome from those working in nature conservation, botanical and habitat conservation and renewable energy. (Conservation) http://www.whitleyaward.org/ Wiltshire Wildlife Trust Wiltshire Wildlife Trust: UK based charity that promotes and manages natural preserves. Features mission statement, project descriptions, news, and contacts. (Conservation) http://www.wiltshirewildlife.org Biodiversity Program Biodiversity Program: The program conducts studies relating to biological diversity, systematics, evolution and ecology and is one of the five National Museum of Natural History research initiatives. (Conservation) http://www.mnh.si.edu/biodiversity/ Eldis Biodiversity Resource Guide Eldis Biodiversity Resource Guide: Offers a structured overview of the subject, particularly in the context of international development and the environment. (Conservation) http://www.eldis.org/biodiversity/index.htm Wildlife Conservation Society Wildlife Conservation Society: USA organization managing national and international conservation projects, research and education programs. (Conservation) http://www.wcs.org/ Rainforest Conservation Fund Rainforest Conservation Fund: A non-profit organization that is dedicated to preserving the world's tropical forests. (Conservation) http://www.rainforestconservation.org/ Conservation Breeding Specialist Group Conservation Breeding Specialist Group: An international conserveration organization whose mission is to assist conservation of threatened animal and plant species through scientific management of small populations in wild habitats, with linkage to captive populations where needed. (Conservation) http://www.cbsg.org/ Mangrove Environmental Protection Group Mangrove Environmental Protection Group: Established in 1994 in San Blas, Nayarit, Mexico to protect the mangrove wetlands from damage by tourism and shrimp farmers. Gives history of the group, current projects and photographs of the area. (Conservation) http://www.elmanglar.com/ UNEP-WCMC Species Conservation Database - Animals UNEP-WCMC Species Conservation Database - Animals: The web frontend to the United Nations Environment Programme World Conservation Monitoring Centre species conservation database of animals. This website provides access to the international legislative and distribution information of animal species throu (Conservation) http://www.unep-wcmc.org/index.html?http://www.unep-wcmc.org/species/dbases/fauna/~main Land Legacy Land Legacy: Land Legacy is a nonprofit organization that creates parks and trails and protects natural resources. Information given about the group and the projects undertaken. (Conservation) http://fortheland.org Pacific Conservation Biology Pacific Conservation Biology: Papers on conservation research and management in the Pacific region. (Conservation) http://wwwscience.murdoch.edu.au/centres/others/pcb/ Research, Conservation and Education Research, Conservation and Education: Engages in scientific research, conservation, and education activities involving wildlife species at all levels of biological organization, from the molecular level up to the biosphere level. (Conservation) http://www.coryi.org/ The National Park Service The National Park Service: Charged with the trust of preserving the natural resources of America. (Conservation) http://www.nps.gov/ Center for Applied Biodiversity Science Center for Applied Biodiversity Science: A division of Conservation International, calling attention to areas of biodiversity that are threatened with destruction. (Conservation) http://www.biodiversityscience.org/xp/CABS/home Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation 1999 Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation 1999: Information on all aspects of the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Act, 1999 (Conservation) http://www.environment.gov.au/epbc/index.html Conservation Management Institute Conservation Management Institute: Addresses multidisciplinary research questions that affect conservation management effectiveness. (Conservation) http://fwie.fw.vt.edu/ Last Refuge Ltd. Last Refuge Ltd.: Supporting endangered environments and species through films and images, with photo and sound galleries and information about films made and the awards won. (Conservation) http://www.lastrefuge.co.uk/home1.html