After success in increasing international protection for the Great Bustard under the Convention on Migratory Species, the Mongolian Ministry of Nature, Green Development, and
Project News
News and announcements from the EBA
Conference: Cranes Of The Palearctic
While the most recent genetic studies separate bustards from cranes, the two groups of birds have much in common in terms of their ecology and
GIS-Remote Sensing Course
M. Kessler and B. Nyambayar co-taught a course in GIS-Remote Sensing for conservation professionals in Mongolia, with J. Burnham of the International Crane Foundation.
Surveys In Eastern Mongolia
This summer we ventured further into eastern Mongolia to search for remnant populations of Great Bustard. We are now fundraising to carry out telemetry
New Publications On Great Bustards In Asia
We proudly present a paper (.pdf) summarizing the historical and present status of Great Bustards in Central Asia, and the threats they face today. Also:
Tagged Bustards Die On Migratory Pathway
We are sad to report that tagged bustards Sachokchin and Mendee died on the migratory pathway. Mendee, whom we tagged in 2011, died in
Countries Commit To Greater Protection For Great Bustards!
Signatory countries of the Convention on Migratory Species unanimously voted to increase the level of protection afforded to Great Bustard populations worldwide! The Conference of
Bustards On The Move
Our tagged female bustards Sachokchin and Mendee have begun their journey south as the harsh Mongolian winter begins. Snow first fell in September! October
Upcoming Vote At CMS Conference Of Parties
The proposal developed by our team to increase protection for Great Bustards under the Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) will be voted on by signatories
Presentations At SCB-Asia
Our team will make two symposium presentations at the Society for Conservation Biology—Asia conference this August. The first presentation, “Mongolia or Bustard!” will highlight