Project
Linking sustainable livelihoods and hog deer conservation in Cambodia
Initiative
Duration
2024 - 2024
Location
Cambodia
Species protected
Hog Deer
Axis porcinus
Project description
This project aims to reduce threats to the endangered Hog Deer by promoting wildlife-friendly rice production systems, such as Ibis Rice or Sustainable Rice Platform (SRP) methods, in the Prek Prasob Wildlife Sanctuary (PPWS). The initiative seeks to address habitat loss and human-wildlife conflict by engaging 300 farmers in six villages through conservation agreements that link better market access with biodiversity protection. These agreements are designed to both increase household income and prevent poaching, habitat conversion, and pesticide use.
Threats
Habitat loss & degradation
Human-wildlife conflict
Poaching
Project objectives
- Contribute to the long-term conservation of Hog Deer by reducing habitat degradation and hunting.
- Promote sustainable rice production linked to stable, high-value markets.
- Introduce conservation agreements that discourage illegal activities and support the retention of natural grassland habitat.
Project activities
- Conduct feasibility assessments of sustainable rice production in six villages.
- Develop and pilot conservation agreements with local farmers.
- Engage communities and authorities through consultations and workshops.
- Train local extension officers to monitor compliance and support farmers.
- Identify sustainable livelihood strategies to reduce hunting and habitat loss.
This project is implemented by WWF, Cambodia
