Drawing up the integrated management plan for the Ciuc Mountains Natura 2000 sites

​The project "Drawing up the integrated management plan for the Natura 2000 sites: Ciuc Mountains (ROSCI0323) and Ciuc Basin and Mountains (ROSPA0034)" is being carried out by the Pogány-havas Microregional Association and is co-financed by the European Union's European Regional Development Fund through the Large Infrastructure Operational Programme (LIOP).

The aim of the project is to lay the groundwork for the conservation of the species and habitats of EU interest in the Natura 2000 sites concerned. Through its stated purpose, the project will contribute to preserving the natural and cultural value of the Ciuc Mountains and Basin area for the benefit of the local communities. The objectives are to develop a viable management plan, raise public awareness, and strengthen the institutional capacity to manage the Natura 2000 sites.

The project involves:

• carrying out scientific studies to assess the populations of bird species of EU interest in ROSPA0034;
• carrying out scientific studies aimed at drawing up inventories, and mapping and assessing the conservation status of the species and habitats concerned by the project, establishing conservation measures for those species and habitats, and developing monitoring protocols for ROSCI0323;
• carrying out a study to assess potential conflicts between humans and large carnivores;
• increasing the awareness and knowledge of local communities.