Title of the project

Chasseurs et zones humides: actions! Quend and Fort-Mahon

Description

There are two main groals: ensure the tranquility of the site and follow the birds presence on the site.

An other person is employed to control the predator populations (e.g. foxes).
There is an agreement with the ornithologic group from Picardy for a continuing scientific monitoring.

There is a volunteer guard employed by the hunting federation for the site surveillance.

Results

Over the years, the number of species found has continued to grow: they were initially sixty against more 200 currently. The site can have peaks over 2000 wintering birds. Northern Shoveler (Anas clypeata) particularly appreciate this site.

Location

Country	France
Level	Local
Site	Bassins de lagunage from Quend and Fort-Mahon
Province(s)	Somme
Region	Picardie

Habitat Types

Wetland

Species

Species Caracteristics	Migratory species
Species Type	Birds

Conservation action(s)

Management of habitats and wildlife (e.g. conservation and restoration activities)

Partners

Leading partners	Fédération départementale des chasseurs de la Somme (http://www.fdc80.com/)
Other partners	Syndicat intercommunal de Quend / Fort-Mahon (http://www.services.eaufrance.fr/donnees/collectivite/189171), Groupe ornithologique picard

Publication(s)

Fédération Nationale des Chasseurs, Chasseurs et zones humides: actions!, 2009,
http://www.chasseurdefrance.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Chasseurs_et_zones_humides__action.pdf

Weblinks

http://www.chasseurdefrance.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Chasseurs_et_zones_humides__action.pdf