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Three deer standing near tree. — Endangered Eld's deer (*Rucervus eldii*) in Cambodia.

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Assessing the Status and Distribution of Eld’s Deer in Western Siem Pang Dry Dipterocarp Forest, Stung Treng Province

Grantee Name: Royal University of Phnom Penh

Hotspot: Indo-Burma
Location: Cambodia
Amount: $19,995
Dates: Feb 2013 – Oct 2013
Keywords: Research, Species Conservation

This is the first project in Western Siem Pang to survey population distribution of Eld's deer (Panolia eldii) by using survey methods such as camera traps; interviewing elders, former hunters and foresters; and using line transect surveys. The project methodology was developed under consultation with a deer expert and guided by a deer advisor to make sure the survey will meet the overall expectations.

Strategic Direction : 3 Engage key actors in reconciling biodiversity conservation and development objectives, with a particular emphasis on the Northern Limestone Highlands and Mekong River and its major tributaries

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Assessing the Status and Distribution of Eld’s Deer in Western Siem Pang Dry Dipterocarp Forest, Stung Treng Province

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