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Dataset
Atolls – the “biodiversity cool spots” vs hot spots: a critical new focus for research and conservation
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) Dataset
This paper highlights the seriousness of the “biodiversity crisis” on atolls and the need to place greater research and conservation emphasis on atolls and other small island ecosystems....
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Publications
Assessment and Control of Biological Invasion Risks
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) Publications
This book is of worldwide benefit to people, for assessment and management of biological invasion risks
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Publications
Status and distribution of freshwater fishes, land snails and reptiles in the Pacific Islands of Oceania
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) Publications
This report summarizes the conservation status of 167 freshwater fishes, 166 land snails and 157 reptiles native to the Pacific Islands. It identifies Pacific Island species that are...
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Publications
Mapping Mining to SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals)
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) Publications
The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) represent the world’s plan of action for social inclusion, environmental sustainability and...
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Publications
Invasive species in the Pacific: A technical review and draft regional strategy
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) Publications
This report reviews available information on the adverse effects of 14 alien vertebrates considered to be ‘significant invasive species’ on islands of the South Pacific and Hawaii.
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Publications
The state of plant conservation on Pacific islands
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) Publications
This study examines the status of plant conservation in Oceania, where most islands have experienced two waves of anthropogenic habitat alteration and extinction, following Austronesian...
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Publications
Wetlands of Wallis and Futuna - 2017
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) Publications
This report provides a comprehensive overview of Wallis and Futuna’s biodiversity, conservation framework and wetland fauna and flora. could be used for the regional SOE initiative
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Publications
The Third Regional Bird Meeting 2007
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) Publications
This report summarizes the work being carried out by parties to the Pacific working group for bird conservation. The purpose of the meeting was to review the conservation status of all...
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Publications
Practical guide to solid waste management in Pacific Island Countries & Territories
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) Publications
This Practical Guide is the compilation of good practices identified and developed by experts in the region through J-PRISM Phase I. This covers all solid waste management (SWM) issues...
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Publications
Aquatic Invasive Species
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) Publications
A fact sheet on aquatic invasive species.
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Publications
Manage Myna birds in the Pacific
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) Publications
A guide into the management actions that will need to be taken into account for public awareness of myna birds and control actions.
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Publications
Guidelines for Urban Rat Control
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) Publications
There are three species of rat in the Pacific, the Polynesian rat Rattus exulans (the smallest), the ship rat Rattus rattus and the Norwegian rat Rattus norvegicus (the largest). Rats are...
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Publications
Freshwater Under Threat - Pacific Islands
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) Publications
This study undertakes a vulnerability assessment of the freshwater resources of the PICs, based on input from technical experts and regional resource managers.
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Publications
State of Conservation in Oceania - Regional Report
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) Publications
This report assesses the overall state of conservation in the Pacific Islands region of Oceania, that is, the 21 countries and territories covered by SPREP plus Pitcairn Island. The...
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Publications
Vemööre Declaration : Commitments to nature conservation action in the Pacific Islands region, 2021-2025
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) Publications
“Vemööre” is a term in the Kwenyï language spoken by people from the Isle of Pines in New Caledonia. It is used to highlight a collective commitment and responsibility to implement the...
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Publications
Aichi Biodiversity Targets - Quick Guide
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) Publications
This document contains a set of quick guides on each of the Aichi Biodiversity Targets. The guides provide an overview of the main issues addressed under each target. They aim to provide...
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Publications
BIOPAMA Pacific Regional Inception Workshop Report
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) Publications
A report on the regional inception of the second phase of the Biodiversity and Protected Areas Management (BIOPAMA) programme, for the Pacific that was held at the Tanoa Tusitala Hotel,...
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Publications
Biology and Impacts of Pacific Island Invasive Species - Golden Crownbeard
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) Publications
Verbesina encelioides, a gray, golden crownbeard, is a sunflower-like herbaceous annual plant ranging in height from 0.3 to 1.7 m with showy yellow flowers. It is native to the...
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Publications
Invasive Species Management in the Pacific: A Review of National Plans 2010
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) Publications
This review was undertaken to examine the invasive species management components within the National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plans of twelve Pacific island countries (PICs): Cook...
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Publications
Proceedings of the Helping Islands Adapt Workshop
Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) Publications
The Helping Islands Adapt workshop was held in Auckland, New Zealand between the 11th and 16th of April 2010 to support regional action against invasive species on islands, in order to...