This objective aims to set up a general framework for European bison conservation and management at the national level.
Task 2.1 Developing the National Strategy and a Romanian Bison Action Plan
The aim of this task is to work with the National Environment Authority, the National Bison Working Group and other relevant stakeholders to develop the National
Conservation Strategy for European bison and a Romanian Bison Action Plan, which will create the general framework for reintroducing and managing free-roaming bison populations at the national level with the scope to create favourable conditions for a future meta-population in the Carpathian range.
Deliverables:
- National Conservation Strategy for European Bison
- National Action Plan for European Bison Conservation
The National action plan for the conservation of the European Bison (Bison bonasus) in Romania has been submitted to the Ministry of Environment, Waters and Forests for approval by Ministerial Order. The document sets out the strategic directions and measures required for the long-term conservation of the species, the management of existing populations, and the promotion of coexistence between local communities and these animals in Romania.
The Romanian-language version submitted to the Ministry is available for consultation HERE. Please note that the document may be subject to amendments during the review process and the public consultation organized by the Ministry of Environment, Water, and Forests.
