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Introduction
Graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in General Agronomy from Dan Dicko Dankoulodo University in Maradi, Niger, in 2021, Ibrahim Mamoudou Issoufou is currently in the final stage of defending his Master’s degree in Management and Conservation of Protected Wildlife Areas and Natural Trails at the University of Abomey Calavi, within the Faculty of Agronomic Sciences and the Applied Ecology Laboratory. This experience has allowed him to develop a strong expertise in the field of biodiversity and protected area management. Ibrahim’s academic qualifications, further enriched by his current training, demonstrate his commitment to biodiversity conservation and sustainable development. He has submitted multiple grant applications for biodiversity conservation projects and has already received material support from IDEA WILD, while awaiting the outcomes of other ongoing applications. Additionally, Ibrahim is a founding member and president of the Association for Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Development in Niger, commonly known as ACB2DN, which places conservation at the core of its members‘ activities.
The objectives of his project are to:
1. Develop awareness and public education programs on the importance of biodiversity and the need for its conservation.
2. Identify and map critical biodiversity areas for less studied species and establish specific conservation strategies for these areas.
3. Conduct in-depth research studies on less studied species to better understand their ecology, behavior, and habitat needs.
4. Implement effective protection measures for the natural habitats of less studied species, including the creation of nature reserves and ecological corridors.
5. Collaborate with local communities to promote participatory conservation of less studied species and encourage their involvement in habitat protection.
6. Establish regular monitoring and surveillance programs to assess the conservation status of less studied species and adjust conservation strategies accordingly.
7. Encourage research and development of innovative conservation techniques, such as captive breeding and reintroduction into the wild, for endangered less studied species.
8. Strengthen international cooperation for the conservation of less studied species by exchanging data, resources, and best practices among countries.
9. Promote research and development of sustainable livelihoods for local communities dependent on habitats of less studied species, to reduce pressure on these habitats.
10. Involve policymakers and government agencies in the development and implementation of effective conservation policies for less studied species, highlighting their importance for the overall ecosystem.
February 2024 Update
Report on reconnaissance survey among fishermen along the Niger River (Niamey) regarding the spotted-necked otter
The otter, an emblematic species of the Niger River, is crucial to the ecological balance of the region. However, it faces increasing threats such as habitat loss and conflicts with human activities. To better understand these challenges, a reconnaissance survey was conducted among local fishermen on February 26th and 27th, 2024. This survey aims to gather knowledge and perceptions of fishermen regarding the otter, as well as to establish contact with them and assess the terrain for further study.
Please read the complete report here.
African otter Network 