?ilutë region is one of the 4 Lithuanian environmental regions, selected for detailed biota research (Biodiversity Conservation Strategy and Action Plan of the Republic of Lithuania, 1997); Ecological situation in the region is unsustainable; Only a small part of the territory investigated.
Project aim is to estimate the biodiversity in non-protected natural areas of ?ilute district, establish protected areas for rare and endangered species, increase number of their populations and predict their survival.
Activities: Investigations and inventorisation of biota in situ, categorisation of rare species and establishment of their protection status, installation of artificial nesting sites for rare raptor birds, making and installation of nest boxes for rare hollow-nesting birds, regulation and clearing landscape and habitats of rare species were it is necessary, establishment of new protected areas.
Prospective results: Expansion of net of protected areas (their categorisation, preparation of juridical documents), optimisation and further monitoring. Educational activities involving the society will raise positive approach to conservation of natural resources and sustainable development.
Society will take part in in situ investigations, conferences, performing nature conservation jobs (installation of artificial nesting sites, clearing landscape and habitats of rare species, and so on).