LIFE Revives: Reviving freshwater pearl mussel populations and their habitats
Restoration measures are carried out in 69 rivers representing 7 % of theÌýfreshwater pearl mussel (FPM, Margaritifera margaritifera) populations in the project countries.ÌýMonitoring-based results of the project actions are gathered for later replication - the aim is to improve and unify the FPM conservation methodologies in Europe. Involvement of authorities, forestry sector and landowners will increase stakeholders' capability and commitment to FPM conservation. The project's main activities are:
- Restoration of FPM habitats and its host fishes, Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) and brown trout (Salmo trutta)
- Captive breeding of FPM and reintroduction to rivers
- Improvement of conservation expertise and public awareness
- Development of innovative in-stream restoration techniques
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Survey
Participate in a survey concerning the socioeconomic impacts of improving the status of the FPM and its host fish (salmon and trout), as well as restoration of their habitats!
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