Submitted by
javier.almunia
on Mon, 05/26/2025 - 11:28
General Information
Resolution
49161
IUCN Constituent
Loro Parque Fundación
IUCN Constituent type
IUCN Member organisation
Period covered
Geographic scope
Atlantic Ocean
Country/Territory
Cabo Verde
Spain
Actors involved in implementing this Resolution:
IUCN Commissions
IUCN Species Survival Commission 2021-2025
II. Implementation
Please report on the result /achievement of the actions taken
Workshops are being held across the Canary Islands to establish a response network for the rescue of live stranded cetaceans and the release of individuals entangled in fishing gear or ropes. This initiative addresses the region’s rich cetacean biodiversity, 30 species have been recorded in the archipelago, making it the most diverse area in Europe for whales and dolphins.
Key actions include training rescue teams, developing and distributing specialized equipment, and creating a portable system for the temporary care of stranded animals.
The main goal is to improve emergency response capacity and increase the survival chances of affected cetaceans.
Key actions include training rescue teams, developing and distributing specialized equipment, and creating a portable system for the temporary care of stranded animals.
The main goal is to improve emergency response capacity and increase the survival chances of affected cetaceans.
Identify and briefly describe what future actions/activities are planned for the implementation of this Resolution
Future action / activity
Education/Communication/Raising awareness
Description
Following the success of this approach in the Canary Islands, the next step is to expand the workshops to Cape Verde, a region facing similar marine conservation challenges, contributing to a coordinated response network across Macaronesia
III. Additional Information
Upload document
Unidad de Rescate de Cetaceos.pdf
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Report status
Published