Technical advice on wildlife management in the Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park
Technical advice for wildlife management in the Natural Park of the Volcanic Zone of La Garrotxa. The project includes specialised reports, updates to the vertebrate catalogue and the VULCÀ GIS system, monitoring of key species and analysis of ungulate‑related accidents, strengthening knowledge, conservation and adaptive management of the Park’s wildlife.
Study of birdlife, bats, and other wildlife species in wind farms in Baix Camp
Wildlife study in wind farms of the Baix Camp area to analyse the presence of birdlife, bats and other vertebrates. The project identifies areas of interest, assesses potential impacts of wind turbines and defines mitigation measures to reduce effects on wildlife, providing a basis for future annual monitoring.
Monitoring biodiversity on the Mas de Colom agricultural estate in Borges
Biodiversity monitoring at the Mas de Colom agricultural farm (Borges Group) to assess the impact of implemented improvement actions. The study analyses flora, soil arthropods, pollinators and birdlife using internationally validated methodologies, demonstrating the effectiveness of applied management measures.
Study for restoring connectivity and improving transport infrastructure permeability between protected areas of the Llobregat Delta and Garraf
Proposals to improve the permeability of transport infrastructures between the Garraf and the Llobregat Delta Protected Natural Areas, in the municipality of Gavà. The study analyses ecological connectivity and defines actions to facilitate wildlife movement, reduce barrier effects and strengthen green infrastructure.
Monitoring of game species in Cap de Creus Natural Park
Monitoring of game wildlife populations and hunting activity in Cap de Creus Natural Park. The study gathers current and historical data to manage conservation-interest and conflict species, applying methodologies that support adaptive management tailored to each species.
Support for the implementation of Ripollet’s Strategic Wildlife Biodiversity Plan
Study of faunal biodiversity in Ripollet focused on the Ripoll River fluvial system, a key ecosystem for local wildlife. Through field surveys and data analysis, the project updates species knowledge and proposes actions to improve habitats, conserve fauna and enhance ecosystem services.
Monitoring the effects of ecological restoration on biodiversity along the Tenes River fluvial path
Monitoring the effects of the ecological restoration of the Tenes River corridor in Bigues i Riells del Fai. The study compares restored areas with a control site, analysing habitats, flora, fauna and water quality. Management measures are proposed to ensure long‑term conservation and prevent future impacts associated with public use.
Assessment of alternatives for constructing a wildlife crossing along a road in the Garrotxa Volcanic Zone
Assessment of alternatives to minimise impacts and restore ecological connectivity along the Olot bypass, within the Natural Park of the Volcanic Zone of La Garrotxa. The project identifies wildlife and road‑safety risks and proposes a wildlife crossing and landscape and environmental improvements, validated in collaboration with the relevant stakeholders.
Hunting Management Plan for Boumort National Game Reserve
Drafting of the Hunting Management Plan for the Boumort National Game Reserve with a ten-year time horizon.
The document defines objectives, criteria, and actions to ensure adaptive, sustainable, and ecosystem-based management of hunting and biodiversity, integrating territorial participation, innovation, rural development, and coherence with the Natura 2000 network and other land-use planning frameworks. The document defines objectives, criteria, and actions to ensure adaptive, sustainable, and ecosystem-based management of hunting and biodiversity, integrating territorial participation, innovation, rural development, and coherence with the Natura 2000 network and other land-use planning frameworks.
Proposal of measures to reduce the risk of wildlife drowning in water accumulation points for forest fire prevention
Proposal of measures to reduce wildlife drowning risk in water accumulation points used for forest fire prevention. The project defines technical prescriptions based on expert assessment, validates solutions that are safe for firefighting operations, and proposes monitoring to ensure effectiveness and remove ineffective or unsafe devices.
Participatory process for drafting the Intersectoral Plan for the Conservation of Wild Pollinators in Catalonia (PiPol)
Technical assistance for the development of the participatory process and the layout of the Intersectoral Plan for the Conservation of Wild Pollinators in Catalonia. The project brings together over 60 experts from multiple sectors, designs and facilitates participation, channels contributions and ensures their integration into the final document, including content review, textual coherence and accessible dissemination design.
Implementation of pilot sites to estimate wild boar density using the REM technique
Pilot study to estimate wild boar density in natural areas of Catalonia using the Random Encounter Model (REM). The project applies a standardized methodology to obtain accurate data in areas with limited hunting, supporting effective management of wild boar and other mesomammal species.
Environmental study to improve terrestrial connectivity and infrastructure permeability in La Múnia–Marmellar
Environmental study to improve terrestrial connectivity and infrastructure permeability in La Múnia‑Marmellar, a strategic area between the Alt and Baix Penedès regions. The project proposes actions to facilitate wildlife movement and restore fluvial corridors, strengthening green infrastructure and ecological connectivity.
Hunting Management Plan for Montseny Natural Park
The Hunting Management Plan of the Montseny Natural Park establishes guidelines to manage hunting activities, particularly wild boar and roe deer. In response to population growth and biodiversity impacts, the plan includes hunter participation, monitoring indicators and management criteria applicable to public lands and future sustainable hunting planning.
Hunting Management Plan for the Island of Ibiza
Technical support for the management of small‑game hunting on the island of Ibiza, defining guidelines and contents for hunting regulations and technical plans. The project analyses hunting-related conflicts and species status to establish sustainable, ethical and biodiversity‑friendly management.
Management Plan for Iberian Ibex in Montsant Natural Park
Development of a management plan for the Iberian wild goat in the Serra de Montsant Natural Park. The project integrates previous studies, fieldwork, and techniques such as the Random Encounter Model to estimate densities, project population growth, and define guidelines to ensure the species’ sustainability and the reduction of local agricultural conflicts.
Project to define wildlife crossings to avoid European mink being run over in Álava
Elaboration of proposals for the adaptation as wildlife crossings of drainage structures identified in previous studies as priorities to reduce the mortality of semi-aquatic mustelids and, in particular, of the European mink.
Project to improve ecological connectivity at the eastern limit of the Izki Natural Park, in the area of the A-132 road
Proposal to restore the ecological connectivity of the Natural Park, ZEC and ZEPA Izki, with special emphasis on reducing the barrier effect and fauna mortality on the A-132 road
Study of the effects of climate change in Montseny: diagnosis, impact and vulnerabilities. LIFE Clinomics
Study carried out in the framework of the LIFE15 project CCA/ES/000102 Fostering resilience. Opportunities and challenges of the local economy and society to adapt to climate change.
Proposal of measures to facilitate the movements of dark hedgehogs and squirrels in Barcelona and reduce mortality due to being run over
The work analyzes the distribution of the dark hedgehog and squirrel in the city of Barcelona and makes proposals to promote their conservation, reducing the risk of being run over.
LIFE SAFE-CROSSING Project: Preventing Animal-Vehicle Collisions – Demonstration of Best Practices targeting priority species in SE Europe
Minuartia has participated in the LIFE SAFE-CROSSING project, which focuses on actions to mitigate the impact of roads on large carnivores in south-eastern Europe. The project is carried out in collaboration with 13 organizations from four European countries, in various areas of the Natura 2000 Network (SCIs) and includes four priority species: the Iberian lynx in the Iberian Peninsula, the brown bear in Romania and Greece, the brown bear of the Apennines and the wolf in Italy. Notable actions have been the application of innovative techniques to reduce collisions between wildlife and vehicles, monitoring of the use and adaptation for wildlife of passages below roads, and the study of drivers’ behaviour through neuromarketing methodologies.
BISON: biodiversity and infrastructure synergies and opportunities for European transport networks
Participation in the BISON international project, which is framed in the HORIZON 2020 programme. The aim of BISON is to identify future research and innovation needs to make infrastructures more sustainable for biodiversity and, at the same time, ensure their reliability and efficiency. The project will work on a strategic research and development deployment agenda (SRDA) to improve the knowledge base on infrastructure and biodiversity.
Technical services for implementation and monitoring of the Wildlife Hazard Management Programme at 17 AENA airports
Provision of the Fauna Technical Coordination service in 17 airports of the AENA network. Implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the respective WHMPs. Update the impact risk studies with fauna and the fauna studies and their habitats. Technical advice to the fauna coordinators of the airports on wildlife hazard management, the search for new measures, etc. Evaluation of measures applied to reduce wildlife hazards. Training for teams involved in wildlife management at airports.
Development of a guide to promote green infrastructure and biodiversity in the buildings of the Parc de l’Alba
Technical assistance was provided to draw up action sheets, measures, and good practices to promote the conservation of biodiversity and minimise the use of resources in buildings and plots occupied by companies in the Barcelona Synchrotron Park – Parc de l’Alba.
The worksheets are grouped into three blocks: gardening practices to encourage wild flora and fauna, good maintenance practices, and the application of nature-based solutions. They include a description of the action, practical tips, links to relevant information and examples. The contents are adapted to the characteristics and geographical location of the Parc de l’Alba.
Ornithological surveys prior to irrigation improvement works
Aigües del Segarra Garrigues 2019-2020 Surveys to locate evidence of reproduction of the bird population on land where irrigation system improvement works will be carried out, to prevent any possible nuisance to the birds. The work focuses on monitoring of steppe birds. Inspections of the bird population are carried out prior to the work to […]
IENE Training Seminar: Monitoring wildlife crossings and roadkill
University of Évora, with the support of IENE, Life Lines and the Life Safe Crossing projects. 2021 Organization of the first ‘IENE training seminar’: a training course given as part of the IENE International Conference 2020. The seminar, entitled ‘Tracking of wildlife and road mortality’, focused on teaching evidence-based knowledge and practical tools for managing […]
Local plan to prevent and mitigate damage caused by wild boar in Girona
Girona City Council 2021 Preparation of a local plan to prevent and mitigate wild boar damage for the city of Girona. The document consists of a previous diagnosis of the current situation that identifies which areas are most affected and the sources of attraction that may be causing the entry of wild boars into the […]
Guidelines for drafting municipal strategic green infrastructure plans
Girona Provincial Council 2020 Drafting of guidelines for small and medium-sized towns to develop strategic green infrastructure plans. The document provides information on the basic concepts and framework of strategies and plans in the European, state and Catalan context. At municipal level, they focus especially on peri-urban spaces, which can undergo rapid transformations in uses […]
Guide for the identification of open spaces for priority conservation and recovery in the Natural Park of the Heads of the Ter and Freser
Natural Park of the Heads of the Ter and Freser 2019 Development of a practical guide, in the form of worksheets, for the recovery of open spaces, meadows and pastures. The document includes aspects to consider before carrying out the actions, including the preliminary selection of areas, based on the previous study ‘Identification of open […]
Creation and update of the website on the European manual ‘Wildlife and Traffic’
Swedish Transport Administration – Calluna 2017-2021 Design and development of a website to make the ‘Wildlife and Traffic’ manual accessible online. Since its publication, this manual has positioned itself as a benchmark at European and global level. The new website, promoted by the Infrastructure and Ecology Network Europe (IENE) with funding from the Swedish Transport […]
