{"id":41940,"date":"2026-04-23T17:28:16","date_gmt":"2026-04-23T14:28:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/4vultures.org\/?p=41940"},"modified":"2026-04-23T17:28:17","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T14:28:17","slug":"douro-international-hosts-the-fifth-life-aegypius-return-partners-meeting-and-project-evaluation-visit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/4vultures.org\/es\/blog\/douro-international-hosts-the-fifth-life-aegypius-return-partners-meeting-and-project-evaluation-visit\/","title":{"rendered":"Douro International hosts the fifth LIFE Aegypius Return partners meeting and project evaluation visit\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The Iberian project for the conservation of the Cinereous Vulture enters its final phase with a very positive assessment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"http:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/LIFE-Aegypius-Return-visit-to-the-Carrascalinho-viewpoint-Douro-Internacional-Nature-Park-\u00a9VCF--1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"LIFE Aegypius Return visit to the Carrascalinho viewpoint, Douro Internacional Nature Park \u00a9VCF \" class=\"wp-image-41941\" srcset=\"https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/LIFE-Aegypius-Return-visit-to-the-Carrascalinho-viewpoint-Douro-Internacional-Nature-Park-\u00a9VCF--1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/LIFE-Aegypius-Return-visit-to-the-Carrascalinho-viewpoint-Douro-Internacional-Nature-Park-\u00a9VCF--300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/LIFE-Aegypius-Return-visit-to-the-Carrascalinho-viewpoint-Douro-Internacional-Nature-Park-\u00a9VCF--768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/LIFE-Aegypius-Return-visit-to-the-Carrascalinho-viewpoint-Douro-Internacional-Nature-Park-\u00a9VCF--1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/LIFE-Aegypius-Return-visit-to-the-Carrascalinho-viewpoint-Douro-Internacional-Nature-Park-\u00a9VCF--2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/LIFE-Aegypius-Return-visit-to-the-Carrascalinho-viewpoint-Douro-Internacional-Nature-Park-\u00a9VCF--16x12.jpg 16w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">LIFE Aegypius Return visit to the Carrascalinho viewpoint, Douro Internacional Nature Park \u00a9 VCF <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">All together for the Cinereous Vulture\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As is now tradition, the annual <a href=\"https:\/\/4vultures.org\/es\/blog\/all-together-for-the-cinereous-vulture-life-aegypius-return-joins-partners-and-stakeholders-for-the-4th-time\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">meetings of<\/a> the LIFE Aegypius Return project bring together the nine consortium partner organisations, as well as collaborating authorities and NGOs, whose contributions have been essential to the project&#8217;s implementation.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The fifth meeting took place in the <a href=\"https:\/\/natural.pt\/protected-areas\/parque-natural-douro-internacional?locale=pt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Douro International Natural Park<\/a>. Over three days, the partners, the various Regional Directorates of the ICNF (Institute for Nature Conservation and Forests) and the NGO <a href=\"https:\/\/rewilding-portugal.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rewilding Portugal<\/a> discussed the progress made and planned the actions for the final stage of the project. The meeting also included a monitoring visit from CINEA (European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency), which is co-financing the project through the LIFE programme. The balance is largely positive, but the conservation work continues!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"464\" src=\"http:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Group-photo-\u00a9-VCF--1024x464.jpg\" alt=\"Group photo \u00a9 VCF \" class=\"wp-image-41942\" srcset=\"https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Group-photo-\u00a9-VCF--1024x464.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Group-photo-\u00a9-VCF--300x136.jpg 300w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Group-photo-\u00a9-VCF--768x348.jpg 768w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Group-photo-\u00a9-VCF--1536x696.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Group-photo-\u00a9-VCF--2048x928.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Group-photo-\u00a9-VCF--18x8.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Group photo \u00a9 VCF <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The project&#8217;s main achievements\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As the project enters its consolidation phase, stakeholders highlight the growth of the Portuguese Cinereous Vulture population as a major victory, underpinned by decisive milestones:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>New breeding colony: <\/strong>Establishment of the country&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/4vultures.org\/es\/blog\/new-cinereous-vulture-breeding-colony-discovered-in-portugal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">fifth<\/a> breeding colony (in Alentejo, in the municipalities of Vidigueira and Portel).\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Acclimatisation in the Douro Internacional: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/4vultures.org\/es\/blog\/third-group-of-cinereous-vultures-begins-acclimatisation-in-douro-internacional-portugal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Soft release<\/em><\/a> programme with ten individuals already acclimatised and five currently in the acclimatisation station.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Remote monitoring: <\/strong>Approximately <a href=\"https:\/\/4vultures.org\/es\/blog\/life-aegypius-return-reaches-milestone-of-50-cinereous-vultures-fitted-with-gps-gsm-transmitters\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">60 Cinereous Vultures tagged<\/a> with GPS\/GSM transmitters, allowing for the detailed study of movements, behaviours, and causes of mortality or disturbance.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Food reinforcement: <\/strong>Increased food availability through the approval of several Private Areas for the Feeding of Necrophagous Birds (<a href=\"https:\/\/4vultures.org\/es\/blog\/first-vultures-feeding-areas-southern-portugal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">APAAN<\/a>), in close collaboration with livestock farmers across the country.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Breeding success: <\/strong>Combating breeding failure by repairing existing <a href=\"https:\/\/4vultures.org\/es\/blog\/in-this-destructive-winter-in-iberia-cinereous-vultures-have-gained-more-nesting-platforms-and-safer-nests\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">nesting platforms<\/a> and increasing available nesting sites through the installation of new ones.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Reducing disturbance: <\/strong>On-the-ground presence within local communities and <a href=\"https:\/\/4vultures.org\/es\/blog\/new-specialized-laboratory-strengthens-poison-detection-and-nature-protection-in-portugal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">intensified patrolling<\/a> by the GNR (National Republican Guard) around colonies, now bolstered by three new canine units specialised in poison detection.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Combating lead contamination: <\/strong>Training and awareness-raising within the hunting sector to promote the transition to <a href=\"https:\/\/4vultures.org\/es\/blog\/life-aegypius-return-launches-survey-for-hunters-and-game-managers-to-assess-perceptions-on-lead-free-ammunition\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">lead-free ammunition<\/a>, preventing collateral wild bird contamination.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Strategic intervention: <\/strong>Active participation in public consultations and forums on land-use planning and <a href=\"https:\/\/4vultures.org\/es\/blog\/clean-energy-yes-but-not-at-the-cost-of-biodiversity-life-aegypius-return\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the expansion of renewable energies<\/a>, advocating for the species\u2019 conservation.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Scientific contributions: <\/strong>Partnerships with national and European universities and research centres to deepen ecological and clinical-veterinary <a href=\"https:\/\/4vultures.org\/es\/blog\/using-the-cinereous-vulture-microbiome-to-strengthen-public-and-animal-health\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">knowledge<\/a> of this endangered species, as well as identifying mortality factors and producing highly relevant <a href=\"https:\/\/4vultures.org\/es\/blog\/wind-energy-and-safety-distances-new-guidelines-to-protect-the-cinereous-vulture\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">reports<\/a> and studies.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cross-sector cooperation: <\/strong>Collaboration between conservationists, veterinarians, authorities, livestock farmers, land managers, hunters, rural communities, the media, and other stakeholders has been fundamental to the success of all initiatives.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The project is set to conclude in December 2027; therefore, a phase of consolidating progress and developing numerous strategic documents to guide the future conservation of the Cinereous Vulture now begins.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"526\" src=\"http:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/The-five-Cinereous-Vultures-currently-undergoing-acclimatisation-in-Douro-Internacional.-\u00a9VCF--1024x526.jpg\" alt=\"The five Cinereous Vultures currently undergoing acclimatisation in Douro Internacional. \u00a9VCF \" class=\"wp-image-41943\" srcset=\"https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/The-five-Cinereous-Vultures-currently-undergoing-acclimatisation-in-Douro-Internacional.-\u00a9VCF--1024x526.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/The-five-Cinereous-Vultures-currently-undergoing-acclimatisation-in-Douro-Internacional.-\u00a9VCF--300x154.jpg 300w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/The-five-Cinereous-Vultures-currently-undergoing-acclimatisation-in-Douro-Internacional.-\u00a9VCF--768x395.jpg 768w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/The-five-Cinereous-Vultures-currently-undergoing-acclimatisation-in-Douro-Internacional.-\u00a9VCF--1536x790.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/The-five-Cinereous-Vultures-currently-undergoing-acclimatisation-in-Douro-Internacional.-\u00a9VCF--2048x1053.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/The-five-Cinereous-Vultures-currently-undergoing-acclimatisation-in-Douro-Internacional.-\u00a9VCF--18x9.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The five Cinereous Vultures currently undergoing acclimatisation in Douro Internacional. \u00a9 VCF <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Douro Internacional Nature Park, much more than vultures\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The days of intense work were accompanied by sunny weather, breathtaking views of the cliffs above the river and the unfailing hospitality of the people of Tr\u00e1s-os-Montes. The host partners \u2013 Faia Brava and Palombar \u2013enriched the sessions with a gastronomic itinerary and visits to the local culture. The final day, dedicated to a field trip, showcased the impressive habitat <a href=\"https:\/\/4vultures.org\/es\/blog\/cinereous-vulture-crowdfunding-campaign-launched-after-major-fire-in-douro-internacional-hits-target-and-restoration-measures-are-implemented\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">restoration<\/a> work carried out by Palombar following the <a href=\"https:\/\/4vultures.org\/es\/blog\/several-cinereous-vulture-nests-burned-in-the-douro-internacional-nature-park-in-northern-portugal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">major wildfire<\/a> that devastated the region last August.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Highlights include the re-equipping of the acclimatisation station (including the logistics centre and CCTV system), the sowing of key species for ecosystem functioning, the reinforcement of riparian galleries, and the increase in food availability for vultures.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The recovery effort is evident in the green once again covering the Nature Park and in the species that inhabit it. Cinereous Vultures, Griffon Vultures, and Egyptian Vultures once again soar the skies, accompanied by Montagu&#8217;s Harriers, Golden Eagles, Booted Eagles, kites, and dozens of other species in the height of the breeding season.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"379\" src=\"http:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Left-Habitat-restored-after-sowing-\u00a9Palombar-Right-Planting-to-reinforce-riparian-galleries-\u00a9VCF--1024x379.png\" alt=\"Left: Habitat restored after sowing \u00a9Palombar; Right: Planting to reinforce riparian galleries \u00a9VCF \" class=\"wp-image-41944\" srcset=\"https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Left-Habitat-restored-after-sowing-\u00a9Palombar-Right-Planting-to-reinforce-riparian-galleries-\u00a9VCF--1024x379.png 1024w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Left-Habitat-restored-after-sowing-\u00a9Palombar-Right-Planting-to-reinforce-riparian-galleries-\u00a9VCF--300x111.png 300w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Left-Habitat-restored-after-sowing-\u00a9Palombar-Right-Planting-to-reinforce-riparian-galleries-\u00a9VCF--768x284.png 768w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Left-Habitat-restored-after-sowing-\u00a9Palombar-Right-Planting-to-reinforce-riparian-galleries-\u00a9VCF--1536x568.png 1536w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Left-Habitat-restored-after-sowing-\u00a9Palombar-Right-Planting-to-reinforce-riparian-galleries-\u00a9VCF--2048x757.png 2048w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Left-Habitat-restored-after-sowing-\u00a9Palombar-Right-Planting-to-reinforce-riparian-galleries-\u00a9VCF--18x7.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Left: Habitat restored after sowing \u00a9Palombar; Right: Planting to reinforce riparian galleries \u00a9 VCF <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Participants in the field trip were also treated to the release back into the wild of a Griffon Vulture, which had been rehabilitated at the Ger\u00eas Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre after being found weakened in the Guimar\u00e3es region.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"398\" src=\"http:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Release-of-a-rehabilitated-Griffon-Vulture-back-into-the-wild-\u00a9ANPC-LPN--1024x398.png\" alt=\"Release of a rehabilitated Griffon Vulture back into the wild \u00a9ANPC, LPN \" class=\"wp-image-41945\" srcset=\"https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Release-of-a-rehabilitated-Griffon-Vulture-back-into-the-wild-\u00a9ANPC-LPN--1024x398.png 1024w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Release-of-a-rehabilitated-Griffon-Vulture-back-into-the-wild-\u00a9ANPC-LPN--300x117.png 300w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Release-of-a-rehabilitated-Griffon-Vulture-back-into-the-wild-\u00a9ANPC-LPN--768x298.png 768w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Release-of-a-rehabilitated-Griffon-Vulture-back-into-the-wild-\u00a9ANPC-LPN--1536x597.png 1536w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Release-of-a-rehabilitated-Griffon-Vulture-back-into-the-wild-\u00a9ANPC-LPN--2048x796.png 2048w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Release-of-a-rehabilitated-Griffon-Vulture-back-into-the-wild-\u00a9ANPC-LPN--18x7.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Release of a rehabilitated Griffon Vulture back into the wild \u00a9 ANPC, LPN <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Acknowledgements\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The partners of the LIFE Aegypius Return project would like to thank all individuals and entities involved in the works for their commitment to the project. Thanks are also due to the Lagoa\u00e7a Parish Council and the Municipality of Freixo de Espada \u00e0 Cinta for providing facilities and supporting the meeting&#8217;s organisation, and to Associartecine for their support with the reception. A special thank you to the Ger\u00eas Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre, managed by the ICNF, for organising the release of the rehabilitated Griffon Vulture.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"475\" src=\"http:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Group-photo-in-the-Douro-Internacional-Nature-Park-\u00a9-VCF--1024x475.jpg\" alt=\"Group photo in the Douro Internacional Nature Park \u00a9 VCF\" class=\"wp-image-41946\" srcset=\"https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Group-photo-in-the-Douro-Internacional-Nature-Park-\u00a9-VCF--1024x475.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Group-photo-in-the-Douro-Internacional-Nature-Park-\u00a9-VCF--300x139.jpg 300w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Group-photo-in-the-Douro-Internacional-Nature-Park-\u00a9-VCF--768x356.jpg 768w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Group-photo-in-the-Douro-Internacional-Nature-Park-\u00a9-VCF--1536x712.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Group-photo-in-the-Douro-Internacional-Nature-Park-\u00a9-VCF--2048x950.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Group-photo-in-the-Douro-Internacional-Nature-Park-\u00a9-VCF--18x8.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Group photo in the Douro Internacional Nature Park \u00a9 VCF<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the LIFE Aegypius Return project\u00a0\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"303\" src=\"http:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/logos-1024x303.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38020\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3.3798188329471244;width:569px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/logos-1024x303.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/logos-300x89.jpg 300w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/logos-768x227.jpg 768w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/logos-1536x455.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/logos-18x5.jpg 18w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/logos.jpg 1879w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The LIFE Aegypius Return project is co-funded by the <a href=\"https:\/\/cinea.ec.europa.eu\/programmes\/life_en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">European Union&#8217;s LIFE programme<\/a>. Its success depends on the involvement of all the relevant <em>stakeholders <\/em>and the collaboration of the partners: the <a href=\"https:\/\/4vultures.org\/es\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vulture Conservation Foundation (VCF)<\/a>, the coordinating beneficiary, and local partners <a href=\"https:\/\/www.palombar.pt\/pt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Palombar &#8211; Conservation of Nature and Rural Heritage<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.herdadedacontenda.pt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Herdade da Contenda<\/a>, the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.spea.pt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Portuguese Society for the Study of Birds<\/a>, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lpn.pt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">League for the Protection of Nature,<\/a> the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.faiabrava.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Faia Brava Association<\/a> for Nature Conservation, <a href=\"https:\/\/fnyh.org\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fundaci\u00f3n Naturaleza y Hombre<\/a>, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gnr.pt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">National Republican Guard<\/a> y <a href=\"https:\/\/anpc.pt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the National Association of Rural Owners of Game Management and Biodiversity<\/a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"257\" src=\"http:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/NEW-BANNER-2lines-1024x257.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40901\" srcset=\"https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/NEW-BANNER-2lines-1024x257.png 1024w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/NEW-BANNER-2lines-300x75.png 300w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/NEW-BANNER-2lines-768x193.png 768w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/NEW-BANNER-2lines-1536x386.png 1536w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/NEW-BANNER-2lines-18x5.png 18w, https:\/\/4vultures.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/NEW-BANNER-2lines.png 1660w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Iberian project for the conservation of the Cinereous Vulture enters its final phase with a very positive assessment. 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