Title of the project
Conservation management of the Black Marsh of Saint Coulban
Description
The Hunters Federation of d’Ille-et-Vilaine, in partnership with the Habitat Protection Foundation (FPHFS), has acquired a marshy area modified by agriculture, but with strong potential for migratory birds and in particular for shallow water ducks. In order to recover the functionalities of the marsh and facilitate the agricultural maintenance of wet grasslands, the FDC35 has undertaken major restoration and development work. The marsh is recognized as international interest by the Ramsar Convention and classified as a Natura 2000 area.
Results
Today, after more than thirty years, the date of the first acquisition, the action of hunters has made it possible to save more than 350 ha of wet meadows, reeds and woodlands.
Location
| Country | France |
| Level | Local |
| Site | Marais Noir de Saint Coulban |
| Region | Brittany |
Habitat Types
Wetland
Protection status of the areas
Natura 2000/ Ramsar
Species
| Species Caracteristics | Huntable species/ Other: not huntable waterfowl |
| Species Type | Birds |
Conservation action(s)
Management for habitats and wildlife
Partners
| Leading partners | Fédération départementale des chasseurs d’Ille-et-Vilaine/ Fondation de protection des habitats (FPHFS) |