The tropical dry forest is one of the most threatened ecosystems in Colombia, and its conservation is only possible with the active participation of local communities. That’s why our Tropical Dry Forest (Bosque Seco Tropical) project has adopted a strategic approach to strengthen community knowledge about biodiversity and promote conservation actions led by the inhabitants of several communities in Ovejas and Toluviejo (Sucre) and Becerril (Cesar).
As part of this initiative, we have launched a training program to empower rural communities to independently monitor the biodiversity of their forests. These activities not only generate key information about the local fauna and flora but also foster a sense of belonging and commitment to conservation, strengthening the relationship between communities and nature.
First advances in community monitoring
Between November and December 2024, we held community wildlife monitoring workshops in partnership with Fundación Natural Unidos por la Conservación. During these sessions, participants learned camera-trapping and birdwatching techniques, allowing them to record key species in the ecosystem.
For example, in the village of Coraza, camera traps captured images of the tayra ( Eira barbara), opossum (Didelphis marsupialis), and nine-banded armadillo (Dasypus novemcinctus). Meanwhile, in La Siria, a margay (Leopardus tigrinus) a key indicator of a well-preserved forest.
The birdwatching workshops were particularly well received, especially among young participants who actively engaged in identifying species and learning about their behavior. In total, 123 people have been trained so far, marking a crucial step toward strengthening community awareness of their natural heritage.
Moving toward the consolidation of community protection areas
These training efforts align with our tropical dry forest conservation strategy, which has already secured 32.94 hectares of protected land in 2024 , thanks to the commitment of 21 project participants in Toluviejo, Ovejas, and Becerril. communities have identified priority areas for protection and started developing management plans based on their local knowledge.
At Envol Vert, we firmly believe that forest conservation is only possible when communities take the lead in the process. That’s why we will continue to strengthen community monitoring, expand protected areas, and promote active local participation in building a more sustainable future for the tropical dry forest.
If you’d like to learn more about our initiatives or support our projects, follow us on social media and be part of this socio-ecological transition.
The tropical dry forest is one of the most threatened ecosystems in Colombia, and its conservation is only possible with the active participation of local communities. That’s why our Tropical Dry Forest (Bosque Seco Tropical) project has adopted a strategic approach to strengthen community knowledge about biodiversity and promote conservation actions led by the inhabitants of several communities in Ovejas and Toluviejo (Sucre) and Becerril (Cesar).
As part of this initiative, we have launched a training program to empower rural communities to independently monitor the biodiversity of their forests. These activities not only generate key information about the local fauna and flora but also foster a sense of belonging and commitment to conservation, strengthening the relationship between communities and nature.
First advances in community monitoring
Between November and December 2024, we held community wildlife monitoring workshops in partnership with Fundación Natural Unidos por la Conservación. During these sessions, participants learned camera-trapping and birdwatching techniques, allowing them to record key species in the ecosystem.
For example, in the village of Coraza, camera traps captured images of the tayra ( Eira barbara), opossum (Didelphis marsupialis), and nine-banded armadillo (Dasypus novemcinctus). Meanwhile, in La Siria, a margay (Leopardus tigrinus) a key indicator of a well-preserved forest.
The birdwatching workshops were particularly well received, especially among young participants who actively engaged in identifying species and learning about their behavior. In total, 123 people have been trained so far, marking a crucial step toward strengthening community awareness of their natural heritage.
Moving toward the consolidation of community protection areas
These training efforts align with our tropical dry forest conservation strategy, which has already secured 32.94 hectares of protected land in 2024 , thanks to the commitment of 21 project participants in Toluviejo, Ovejas, and Becerril. communities have identified priority areas for protection and started developing management plans based on their local knowledge.
At Envol Vert, we firmly believe that forest conservation is only possible when communities take the lead in the process. That’s why we will continue to strengthen community monitoring, expand protected areas, and promote active local participation in building a more sustainable future for the tropical dry forest.
If you’d like to learn more about our initiatives or support our projects, follow us on social media and be part of this socio-ecological transition.
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