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Marshlands near end of dry season, Bassat Al-Malha, Palestine.
Marshlands near end of dry season, Bassat Al-Malha, Palestine.
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Science-Based Conservation of Wetlands in Two Key Biodiversity Areas in Palestine
Grantee Name: 
Bethlehem University
HOTSPOT
Mediterranean Basin
AMOUNT
US$49,610
DATES
Jul 2023
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Oct 2024
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Project Overview Overview
CEPF Strategic Direction Strategy
HOTSPOT
Mediterranean Basin
AMOUNT
US$49,610
DATES
Jul 2023
-
Oct 2024

Undertake an evaluation of two key biodiversity areas (KBAs) of significance in Palestine, Jordan Valley and the Northern Dead Sea Region, containing marshland and spring wetlands, respectively. Conduct analysis, including of environmental DNA, to determine conservation status of key wetland species. Develop management plans collectively with stakeholders, conduct educational workshops and bridge science-policy-practice gaps, leading to effective conservation and other effective area-based conservation measures (OECM’s) for the protected area network.

Strategic Direction: 2 Support the sustainable management of water catchments through integrated approaches for the conservation of threatened freshwater biodiversity