Projects in Peru

Frugivorous Bats and Collpas: Activity Hotspots as Conservation Priorities for the Rainforests of Southeastern Peru

This project aims to determine patterns of use of collpas –also called mineral licks– by frugivorous bats, the potential reasons for this behaviour, and the importance of these places in Peruvian Amazon.

Conservation of Montane Forest Anurans in Southeastern Peru

The project goals are to document diversity and assess condition and trends in a species-rich, montane frog community, to study the population response of selected species to land-use changes, to increase our knowledge of the natural history of endangered and critically endangered species, to raise awareness of the current threats on frog populations, and to involve local people and children in research, monitoring and education activities.

Conservation of Montane Forest Anurans in Southeastern Peru

We previously documented the collapse of a diverse amphibian fauna following outbreaks of the pathogenic chytrid fungus in the pristine forests of Manu National Park, Peru. In this project we will test an experimental approach to boost the amphibian's defenses with naturally occurring skin bacteria that produce anti-fungal metabolites.

Mortality Rates of Humboldt Penguins Near Major Breeding Sites in Peru

The projects aim is to estimate the number of penguins dying near the major breeding sites in Peru and to know its impact on the viability of the population.

Conservation of Amazon Freshwater Turtles in Asháninkas Indigenous Communities, Peruvian Tropical Andes

This project aims to investigate natural history aspects of Amazon freshwater turtles and to start an environmental education program within Asháninkas communities in Pasco State, Central Peru.

Sustainable Harvest and Marketing of Non-Timber Forest Products (NTPFs) with Indigenous Communities in the Northern Peruvian Amazon (Peru)

Promote forest conservation in the northern Peruvian Amazon by supporting Bora and other native community efforts to sustainably harvest non-timber forest products and market high-value handicrafts and aromatic plant oils.

Sustainable Harvest and Marketing of Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFPs) with Indigenous Communities in the Northern Peruvian Amazon

This project promotes the sustainable harvest and sale of non-timber forest products (NTFPs) such as essential oils and innovative handicrafts by native communities in the northern Peruvian Amazon.

Do People Care Enough To Do? Assessing Attitudes Towards Marine Wildlife: An Instrument Proposal – Peru

This proyect aims to create and statistically validate a psychometric instrument for the assessment of knowledge levels, attitudes and behaviours towards marine biodiversity and conservation by people in Lima.

Conservation of Aquatic Resources and Biodiversity in Rice Fields and Mangroves of Piura, Peru

The project aims to asses pesticides effects on water quality, macroinvertebrate communities, natural wetlands and farmers. Analizing the relationship between pesticides and water quality.

Development of Novel Genetic Techniques for Conservation Studies of Large Macaws

This study in the lowland Amazonian rainforest of SE Peru is aiming to document the current population genetic structure of Scarlet Macaw (Ara macao) populations and assess the feasibility of genetic tagging technique for measuring home-range, dispersal, and population structure.

Development of Novel Genetic Techniques for Conservation Studies of Large Macaws

This study in the lowland Amazonian rainforest of SE Peru is aiming to document the current population genetic structure of Scarlet Macaw (Ara macao) populations and assess the feasibility of genetic tagging technique for measuring home-range, dispersal, and population structure.

Kaiwo Serjali

The Yora (also Nahua) are a recently contacted indigenous group living in the remote rainforest of S.E. Peru. The team is working to establish appropriate land tenure for the Yora through discussion involving both the Yora and external authorities and organizations.

Distribution, Behaviour and Conservation of Marine Otter Lontra Felina in the Paracas National Reserve, Peru

This project aims to study marine otter in the Paracas National Reserve (southern Peru) and to raise awareness about its conservation status.

Ensuring Viability of Marine Otters (Lontra Felina) at Lagunilla, Paracas National Reserve

The aim is to study marine otters in an area of Paracas National Reservation and to promote the users' awareness of the area to preserve them.

Assessing the Effectiveness of the ‘Ban on Dolphin Capture’ in Peru

The study will assess the effectiveness of a cetacean capture ban by estimating mortality levels of different fishing gears, will seek ways to reduce captures, and will provide fishermen dolphin conservation information.

Experimental Trial of Acoustic Alarms to Reduce Small Cetacean by Catch by Gillnets in Peru

The high number of small cetaceans bycatch in artisanal gillnets off Peru, threatens the sustainability of these populations, but also on the fisheries itself. We aim to use existent mitigation methods to promote the sustainability of fishermen livelihoods and marine fauna.

Andean Cock-of-the-Rock: A Flagship Approach for the Conservation of a Threatened Andean Landscape in Southern Peru, the Machu Picchu Historical Sanctuary

The major goal of this project is to conserve a threatened Andean landscape in southern Peru, the Machu Picchu Historical Sanctuary (MAPI).

Population Genetics of the Marine Otter (Lontra Felina) along the Peruvian Coast

This project aims to determine the genetic status of the population of the marine otter (Lontra felina) contributing to the conservation management of this endangered species. During the field work, educational work will be done in fishing villages.

By-Catch of Albatrosses and Petrels in Artisan Longline Fisheries in Northern Peru

The study will estimate how many albatrosses and petrels are caught and die in artisanal longline fishing operations in the north of Peru. We will determine an indicator of ‘interaction’ between seabirds and fisheries through on-board observations during normal fishing activities.

Albatrosses, Petrels and Fisheries in Peru: Evaluating Bycatch and Seabird Distribution and Abundance

This project will evaluate the interactions between albatross and petrel and longline fishery (industrial and artisanal) in northern Peru, using on-board observers and interviews with the purpose to know spatial and seasonal distribution of that interact.

Humpback Whales in Sechura Bay, Peru

Establish the first step for a long term program for humpback whales in Peru. Gather biological data to determine the value of the bay for humpback whale’s population.

Transboundary Air Pollution in Peruvian Amazon

This project aims to determine the influence of transboundary air pollution, related to biomass burning, in Central and Southern Peruvian Amazon, where information is scarce and it could produce adverse consequences to the climate and the atmospheric chemistry of the region.

Identifying Forest Changes Due to Air Pollution over Southern Amazon of Peru

The of this phase we will complement the monitoring and do fieldwork for the most affected region, of Peru, Tambopata, but we will also increase our efforts to include our results and considerations into the political discussion.

The Impacts of Recent Climatic Fluctuations on the Distribution of Threatened Mammals in a Neotropical Flood Forest of North Eastern Peru

The aim of the project is to develop a methodology for the long term monitoring of species using camera traps and line transects with a special focus on felines and their adaptation to water level fluctuations.

Conflict Between Giant River Otter (Pteronura Brasiliensis) Populations and Fishing Communitiesin the Northeastern Peruvian Amazon

The project aims to reduce the threat to giant otters from fishermen seeking to protect fish stocks by demonstrating to communities that otters are actually indicators of healthy fish populations and well-managed fisheries.