National Strategy for the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Biodiversity
2.2 STRATEGIC ISSUES, NATIONAL POLICIES, STRATEGIES AND PRIORITY ACTIVITIES.

 8. Strengthen national capacity to carry out EX SITU CONSERVATION activities with species of particular interest.

Policy

Strategies

Priority activities
  • Develop national capacity to carry out ex situ conservation activities as a complement to the management of protected wildlife areas and as an instrument to strengthen public awareness and research.
  • Strengthen MINAE’s capacity to advise and supervise ex situ facilities.
  • Strengthen the participation of the academic and private sectors in ex situ conservation activities.
  • Establish policies, legislation and strategies for ex situ conservation.
  • Training in ex situ conservation techniques.
  • Feasibility study and subsequent development of a national center for research, training and transfer of technology in ex situ conservation, with outreach in the Central American region.