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How many volunteers does it take to monitor the vital signs of Earth's
greatest rainforest?
How can we better measure the effects of human activities on wildlife and
the changes in natural populations as a result of increasing isolation and
habitat loss due to deforestation and climate change? How can we get the
information about such effects and changes to the people who can make
decisions and act on the solutions? How can we make a difference, improve
nature's lot, and thus save ourselves from ourselves?
Fauna Forever Tambopata (FFT) is a long-term wildlife research, conservation and training
project based in the Amazon rainforest area of Tambopata in south eastern
Peru, arguably the most biodiverse region on Earth. We rely on volunteer
researchers and students from around the globe, and we are in a position to
offer those seeking a path in biology and ecology an opportunity to work
alongside scientists at the forefront of research and conservation work in
Peru. The invaluable skills acquired while working in the field with a
variety of taxonomic groups will give you an advantage both in your studies
and thereafter.
Since 1997, we have trained over 150 volunteers in wildlife monitoring
techniques such as mist-netting, unbounded line transects, quadrat surveys,
remote camera trapping, etc. leading towards a better understanding of the
natural dynamics of wildlife populations, and the impacts of human
activities.
Participating on the FFT project will significantly enhance your abilities
to (i) undertake field research in a tropical environment; (ii) identify
Amazon rainforest species; (iii) understand the biodiversity conservation
challenges affecting the Peruvian Amazon today; and (iv) appreciate what it
really takes to do quality research in a humid tropical lowland rainforest
ecosystem.
Join our dynamic and energetic project dedicated to the conservation of
biodiversity, community development, and proper use of natural resources in
the Peruvian Amazon. Experience the wonderful beauty of the Amazon
rainforest.
To find out more, please visit our website at www.faunaforever.org/fft
or email Ashley Anne
Wick <mailto:ashley@faunaforever.org> .
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