نوع مقاله : مقاله پژوهشی
نویسنده
گروه شهرسازی، دانشکده معماری، شهرسازی و هنر، دانشگاه ارومیه، ارومیه، ایران.
چکیده
کلیدواژهها
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عنوان مقاله [English]
نویسنده [English]
The Great Bustard naturally inhabits arid and semi-arid mountainous regions and is primarily found in Iran’s West Azerbaijan (Bukan County) and Kurdistan provinces. This species faces numerous threats, including habitat destruction, illegal hunting, and excessive use of agricultural pesticides, which lead to the loss of chicks and a reduction in food resources. The species is classified as "Endangered" on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List. The present study aims to examine the role of local community participation in the conservation of the Great Bustard in Bukan County, utilizing a descriptive-analytical approach. The data for this research were collected through literature reviews, comparative analyses, and interviews. According to statistics from the West Azerbaijan Department of Environment, since the launch of the participatory conservation project in 2023, the Great Bustard population has increased by 30%, highlighting the significance of community involvement in protecting endangered species. In recent years, local associations, in collaboration with the Bukan Department of Environment, have played a crucial role in raising public awareness, organizing educational workshops, and promoting the Great Bustard as a local symbol. Furthermore, innovative initiatives such as branding the Great Bustard through local artistic productions and holding exhibitions by these associations have significantly contributed to the conservation of this species. The results of this study indicate that public participation, particularly in decision-making, planning, and monitoring, is key to the success of conservation projects and could serve as a model for protecting other endangered species.
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