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Monitoring Guidance

From planning to reporting: Genetic diversity in NBSAPs & 7th National Reports

This policy brief provides an update for an ongoing study of how genetic diversity is considered by Parties to the CBD in their NBSAPs and National Reports. It complements the recent Global Review with more in depth analysis of genetic diversity, A.4, genetic conservation actions, and Parties needs on this topic.

  • Methodologies and guidelines
  • Target 4
  • CCG
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How much monitoring is needed to reliably track progress towards genetic diversity targets?

This study provides guidance to Parties on how many species and populations need to be monitored to reliably report Headline Indicator A.4. The recommendations are feasible for many countries, using available data, and are robust to anticipated errors in data.

  • Article
  • Target 4
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Leveraging Red List data to estimate genetic diversity indicators: Improved workflows to support the Global Biodiversity Framework

Using a case study in Thailand, this article demonstrates added value in aligning genetic diversity assessments with existing Red List processes. It further shows the usefulness of workshops to leverage diverse available knowledge.

  • Article
  • Target 6
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Mainstreaming genetic diversity indicators through the IUCN Red List process: A national-scale assessment of South African mammals

This study demonstrates the first comprehensive assessment of genetic indicators for a full taxonomic group - all of South Africa's 320 mammal taxa. The study also demonstrates the ability to quickly mobilize genetic indicator-relevant data by aligning genetic indicator assessment with existing Red Listing processes.

  • Article
  • Target 6
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A framework for monitoring biodiversity in protected areas and other effective area-based conservation measures

A step-by-step approach is provided on how to establish biodiversity monitoring programmes as components of biodiversity monitoring systems in conservation areas including protected areas and OECMs, Key Biodiversity Areas and UNESCO sites including biosphere reserves, Global Geoparks and Natural World Heritage Sites.

  • Methodologies and guidelines
  • Target 3
  • CUAS
  • IUCN
  • IUCN WCPA
  • UNESCO
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