Saker Falcon projects - International Wildlife Consultants Ltd.
Saker Falcon projects - International Wildlife Consultants Ltd.
Saker Falcon projects - International Wildlife Consultants Ltd.
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Demographic study of wild <strong>Saker</strong> <strong>Falcon</strong>s in Kazakhstan<br />
In parallel with the development of a release programme, we shall examine<br />
the ecology, reproductive rates and survival of <strong>Saker</strong>s in the donor population/s.<br />
Using a combination of genetic markers and satellite telemetry we shall examine sex<br />
and age specific survival and determine the spatial and temporal patterns of<br />
mortality events for <strong>Saker</strong> <strong>Falcon</strong>s. This information will enable us to get a greater<br />
understanding on the mechanism of population decline and to increase our<br />
understanding of the causal factors. Concurrent ecological studies to examine<br />
habitat use (via GPS satellite telemetry), prey availability and diet will provide<br />
detailed information on factors influencing breeding productivity and post-breeding<br />
survival.<br />
Participating organisations: IWC; University partner TBA; Kazakhstan partner TBA<br />
Period of project: TBA.
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