Addressing threats to biodiversity, ecosystems and landscapes, through review of planning processes and contribution to public consultations. This has been an opportunity to use long-term experience and SPP's research data to safeguard the area's natural values.

The project aimed to contribute to the conservation of nine rare water bird species in Lake Lesser Prespa through vegetation management activities, in parallel creating benefits to the local community. Climate change considerations were adopted within conservation action, aiming at the creation of a climate-proof ecosystem. Local community engangement was a key feature of the project for the implementation of actions, securing the sustainability of wetland managament activities beyond the… Show more The project aimed to contribute to the conservation of nine rare water bird species in Lake Lesser Prespa through vegetation management activities, in parallel creating benefits to the local community. Climate change considerations were adopted within conservation action, aiming at the creation of a climate-proof ecosystem. Local community engangement was a key feature of the project for the implementation of actions, securing the sustainability of wetland managament activities beyond the end of the project. Show less

A project working on the restoration and conservation of priority habitat type 9562* "Grecian juniper woods" within Prespa National Park, Greece, through the promotion of silvo-pastoral activities, including sustainable forestry measures and effective grazing management. In particular the project aimed to improve the structure of Grecian Juniper Woods (GJWs) through targeted implementation of silvicultural activities, to enhance floristic diversity through the support of regulated grazing… Show more A project working on the restoration and conservation of priority habitat type 9562* "Grecian juniper woods" within Prespa National Park, Greece, through the promotion of silvo-pastoral activities, including sustainable forestry measures and effective grazing management. In particular the project aimed to improve the structure of Grecian Juniper Woods (GJWs) through targeted implementation of silvicultural activities, to enhance floristic diversity through the support of regulated grazing, including the provision of grazing infrastructure, and improve forest functions through the through the reduction of identified threats, such as fires, waste accumulation and low regeneration potential of Grecian junipers.The project was implemented with partner EKBY/Greek Biotope/ Wetland Centre and in collaboration with regional forestry services, the Prespa National Park Management Body, and resulted in the incorporartion of appropriate conservation measures in the area's forestry management plan. Collaboration with the local Stockbreeders Associations and Forest Logging Association was key to succesful implementation of conservation action. Show less

The overall objectives of the LIFE project on Sustainable Fish & Fisheries were to promote the conservation of threatened endemic and rare fish species, and to implement sustainable fishery practices in the Prespa lakes. The project aimed to inform and raise awareness among local people and fishermen, both professional and recreational, of these unique fish species and the threats they face, and to encourage the active participation of stakeholders and local authorities in fish protection… Show more The overall objectives of the LIFE project on Sustainable Fish & Fisheries were to promote the conservation of threatened endemic and rare fish species, and to implement sustainable fishery practices in the Prespa lakes. The project aimed to inform and raise awareness among local people and fishermen, both professional and recreational, of these unique fish species and the threats they face, and to encourage the active participation of stakeholders and local authorities in fish protection activities. The information campaign focussed on the importance of sustainable fishery practices across the Prespa basin and of regulations to maintain the lakes’ native fish populations. Increased awareness aimed to facilitate the development of a fisheries management plan by regional authorities, which in turn would help biodiversity conservation and improve fishery practices and regulations at a national and transboundary level. Show less

- Participation to numerous research and monitoring programs- Field researcher, at the LIFE Project 'Conservation of priority bird species in Lesser Prespa lake'- Coordination of a three-year transboundary research program on the endemic Prespa Trout- Publication of research results and action plans- Contribution to the design of environmental education programs- Coordination and production of walking guide for the region (collective publication)- Contribution to… Show more - Participation to numerous research and monitoring programs- Field researcher, at the LIFE Project 'Conservation of priority bird species in Lesser Prespa lake'- Coordination of a three-year transboundary research program on the endemic Prespa Trout- Publication of research results and action plans- Contribution to the design of environmental education programs- Coordination and production of walking guide for the region (collective publication)- Contribution to communication material Show less

Alauda arvensis field research team (data collection, nest location, reproduction success) under project Sustainable Arable Farming for an Improved Environment (SAFFIE)