Title of the project
Re-introduction of wild rabbit in the Côte d’Armor
Description

As part of the operation to reintroduce the Garenne Rabbit, the Hunters Federation of Côtes d’Armor has undertaken the following actions: 300 ha developed, 95 ha placed in hunting reserves, regulation of Rabbit predators. The Federation is also involved in the monitoring of reintroduced populations in the various territories through the implementation of population counts in the form of point-counts (ONCFS protocol).
Results
These actions have resulted in a fourfold increase in the population of wild rabbits.
Location
Country | France |
Level | Local |
Region | Brittany |
Habitat Types
Farmland
Protection status of the areas
none
Species
Species Caracteristics | Huntable species |
Species Type | Mammals |
Conservation action(s)
Management & Habitats for wildlife/ Research and Data collection
Partners
Leading partners | Fédération départementale des chasseurs des Côtes d’Armor |