Title of the project
Turkish wildlife warden network
Description
To ensure cooperation of all parties with national hunting laws
A network of volunteer wardens exists that inspect hunters, control illegal hunting and convey information quickly to hunting groups.
Wardens are chosen from hunters and NGO members
Results
The wardens have alredy [sic] proven to provide significant contributions in wildlife conservation in Turkey. (Game and Wildlife in Turkey Publication)
Location
| Country | Turkey |
| Level | National |
Species
| Species Caracteristics | Not applicable |
| Species Type | Not applicable |
Conservation action(s)
Management of habitats and wildlife (e.g. conservation and restoration activities), Communication and education (for different target audiences e.g. hunters, the wider public), Enforcement (e.g. of hunting legislation, codes of conduct)
Partners
| Leading partners | General Directorate of Nature Conservation and National Parks (http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/AnaSayfa.aspx?sflang=en) |
Publication(s)
Game and Wildlife in Turkey. Author: Mustafa KANTARLI. Coordinators: Sabri KİRİŞ, Cemal AKCAN. General Directorate of Nature Conservation and National Parks (http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/77/AV_YABAN_ING.pdf)
Weblinks
http://www.milliparklar.gov.tr/kitap/77/AV_YABAN_ING.pdf