Lynx lynx, Eurasian Lynx conservation, Grand Est region, habitat preservation, stakeholder engagement, hunting activity, wildlife management
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This document outlines the conservation efforts and challenges related to the Eurasian Lynx in the Grand Est region, focusing on its reintroduction, habitat preservation, and stakeholder engagement.
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[...] Lynx Monitoring and Conservation The actions on this axis aim more particularly to: - Follow the evolution of the Lynx distribution by an adapted methodology in the Vosges core : Here, the objectives are, on the one hand, to continue the monitoring work according to the methods and protocols that take into account the particularity of the Lynx situation in the Vosges Massif. On the other hand, to ensure that the monitoring is well coordinated between the structures involved, and to centralize the collected indices and pool all the resources, both human and material. [...]
[...] Additionally, some professionals who were questioned chose to remain anonymous, we will refer to them as participant 1 to 4. In the end, we were able to collect qualitative data that will serve us in the context of content analysis. MAIN THEMES QUESTIONNAIRES INTERESTS Do you think the Lynx has its place in the Vosges? The perception of the reintegration of the Lynx in the Grand Est Are you in agreement to act in favor of the reintegration of the Lynx? Know the reactions to the reintegration of the Lynx in the territory of the Grand Est. [...]
[...] Strengthen the application of the law in force and surveillance devices. - Talk to the breeders and hunters: This means informing and raising awareness among breeders and hunters about the lynx, its ecology, its diet, with the aim of improving the image of the lynx among them, and promoting a harmonious coexistence with the hunting and breeding world. c. Habitat and ecological connectivity Axis 2 of the action plan focuses on the unimpeded movement of the lynx through the environment. [...]
[...] What are the stakes related to the implementation of preservation and reintroduction policies for the lynx in the Grand Est? Preservation and Reintroduction Policies for the Lynx in the Grand Est, Cross-Border Implementation and Stakes INTRODUCTION For several years now, wild large predators have been facing extinction threats. The Boreal Lynx ( [...]
[...] The context Lynxes were eliminated from the Vosges massif in the 17th and 18th centuries. The reintroduction efforts between 1983 and 1993 used 21 lynxes from zoos and captivity. Lynxes were released in four distinct areas of the Vosges massif over a period of 9 years and were tracked using telemetry. It is not exactly known how many lynxes were released gently or harshly. However, between 1983 and 1987, gentle releases were carried out with quarantine periods on forest sites. [...]
