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Macaronesia

MARVEL – Madeira: Advancing in Regular Vigilance of the Environment and Legislative Compliance

Territory

Madeira

Thematic scope

Ecosystem restoration
Species conservation

Implementing partners

Município de Machico – Museu da Baleia da Madeira; Co-applicant: Instituto de Florestas e Conservação da Natureza IP-RAM

Linked to

Portugal

Programme

Budget

€ 99.783,60
© Philippe Verborgh – Museu da Baleia da Madeira

The MARVEL project in Madeira focuses on the protection of marine vertebrates, such as monk seals, cetaceans, sea turtles, and seabirds, through vigilant environmental monitoring and legislative enforcement. It builds on historical data to improve conservation strategies, engages local stakeholders, and educates the public about the importance of marine ecosystem protection.

Duration: 36 months 

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