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Una Nature Park – Biodiversity Assessment and Habitat Conservation & Restoration

Origin of funding:

Sava and Drina River Corridors Integrated Development Program (SDIP) with support from the World Bank

Name of client:

Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Management of Republika Srpska

Start date:

01/03/2025

End date:

17/09/2025

Project value:

446,222.61 BAM

Proportion carried out by FEA:

30%

Summary of the project:

The project focused on assessing the ecological status and biodiversity of Una Nature Park and developing targeted conservation and restoration measures for key habitats and species. It provided comprehensive evidence base on ecosystem condition, biodiversity status, and environmental pressures, supporting the sustainable management of this protected landscape.


A combined methodological approach was applied, including desk analysis, field surveys, and stakeholder consultations, with a strong focus on ornithological and ichthyological components. The project contributed to aligning local conservation efforts with international standards and strengthening long-term biodiversity protection in the Una River corridor.



Project goals:


The main objective of the project was to assess the condition of ecosystems, habitats, and key species within Una Nature Park and to develop conservation and restoration measures, including monitoring frameworks for sensitive species and habitats.



Expected results and main activities:


The main activities included:


  • Review and analysis of existing data, legal frameworks, and international guidelines (including IUCN standards)

  • Field surveys focused on biodiversity assessment, including detailed inventories of birds and fish

  • Identification and mapping of habitats, pollution sources, and environmental pressures

  • Comprehensive biodiversity assessment and enhancement of flora and fauna inventories

  • Application of the DPSIR framework to analyse drivers, pressures, and ecosystem responses

  • Assessment of invasive species and development of control measures

  • Development of conservation and restoration plans for key habitats

  • Establishment of monitoring protocols for sensitive ecosystems

  • Development of a GIS-based spatial database for integration into management planning



The expected project results were:


  1. Biodiversity Status Report and updated inventory of flora and fauna

  2. Identification of key pressures, drivers, and ecological threats

  3. Mapping of degraded and ecologically significant areas

  4. Conservation and restoration plan with defined measures

  5. GIS database supporting long-term management and monitoring of Una Nature Park

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