Population Manipulation Task Team
Task Team Purpose
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The primary purpose of the SEPARC Population Manipulation Task Team is to provide a forum for discussions regarding the use of different population manipulation techniques (including reintroductions, translocations, head-starting, captive breeding, etc.) as conservation tools to achieve population viability of rare reptiles and amphibians. We will identify informative case studies, key components of their failures and/or successes, and evaluate the suitability of certain species, populations, and techniques. This group will synthesize information provided by its members to create tools (such as decision trees, risk assessment framework, and guidelines) and to serve as a resource to promote collaboration and adaptive management in the conservation of herpetofaunal species.
[Note: This group was formerly known as the Reintroduction Task Team, but it changed its name to reflect the broader scope of its current interests.]
Bibliography of Translocation Literature
(available in three formats)
Word file with the citations only
Word file including both citations and abstracts where available
Searchable Endnote file for those of you who use the program
Task Team Leaders
Becca Cozad
Mike Knoerr
Useful IUCN Guidelines
Guidelines for Reintroductions and Other Conservation Translocations
IUCN Guidelines for the Placement of Confiscated Animals
Guidelines for the management of confiscated, live organisms