Echo Parakeet conservation
Project name:
Mauritian Wildlife Foundation (2)
Project purpose:
Echo Parakeet conservation (bird)
Project activities:
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animal interaction
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animal rehabilitation
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community awareness
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data collection/analysis
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habitat restoration/management
Weekly cost (approx USD):
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Direct benefits you gain:
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cultural integration
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data/statistical skills
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field research skills
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gain a qualification or credit
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remote scenic location
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report writing
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undertake your own research
Noteworthy conservation points:
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contributes to environmental policy
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development goals (supporting local community)
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ethical rehabilitation centre/practices
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publishes peer-reviewed science
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publishes work
Wild Sun Rescue Center
Accommodation:
Basic shared accommodation
When does the project run?
Facilities:
accommodation included, cooking facilities, electricity, toilet (western), wifi
How long can I stay?
Requirements:
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Have gained a BSc in a relevant sciences
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No fear of heights
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Climbing experience
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Have good written and spoken English
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Have a sound knowledge of spreadsheet applications and data management
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Preferably have a driving license for car and/or motorbike
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Good level of physical fitness and stamina
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Experience working outdoors
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Strong observation and practical skills.
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Strong initiative and independence; work unsupervised day to day.
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Ability to live and work with persons from different backgrounds in remote conditions.
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Must not be colour blind.
Details of the day-to-day life on the project:
The position of Conservation Biologist on the Echo Parakeet project is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic field team, and contribute to the conservation of what was formerly considered the rarest parakeet in the world. The project has been one of the most intensive and successful parakeet conservation projects ever conducted. The position offers the successful applicant the opportunity to learn a wide range of field skills relating to the monitoring and management of the species, some of which include nest box construction / maintenance and bird handling (ringing, blood sample collection and collection of morphometric measurements).
This is an exciting opportunity to work with a species and a project that is known internationally amongst conservationists and interact with conservation biologists from around the world. We regularly run talks and presentations given both by visiting scientists and our own staff where you will learn about other conservation recovery projects run by the Mauritian Wildlife Foundation. You will also be offered an opportunity to work on Round Island for a week or two, a predator free island closed to the public with a unique ecosystem.
Reviews & ratings
Francisco
Volunteer
19 Dec 2021
An amazing project with amazing staff
I work as a travel agent, bringing volunteers to DAKTARI and other projects around the world. After helping a lot of volunteers fulfill their dreams of coming to South Africa, I managed to arrange 2 weeks to spend at the project. What a wonderful time I had starting with the staff who are so friendly and polite, the animals being taken care of as if they were family and the amazing food that was prepared catering to each of the volunteers individual needs. I can only say that if you are looking for an unique and quality experience involving a well thought out educational program and the preservation of native animal species, this is the one for you.
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Daktari Bush School & Wildlife Orphanage
leslie
Volunteer
19 Dec 2021
great experience
i had an enjoyable stay here in DAKTARI. be surrounded by wild animals is a chance and i also loved the teaching part of my stay
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Daktari Bush School & Wildlife Orphanage
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