To achieve the proposed objectives, the following actions will be implemented:

 

HABITATS AND ENDEMIC FLORA

  • Map the endemic and exotic plants of the Berlengas archipelago
  • Remove the Hottentot fig from Berlenga Island
  • Promote the propagation of endemic plants

 

SEABIRDS

  • Monitoring the breeding biology of the Common Murre, European Shag, Cory’s Shearwater, Band-rumped Storm-petrel and Yellow-legged Gull
  • Study the at-sea activity of seabirds to identify their key foraging areas inside the Berlengas SPA
  • Building artificial nests for Cory’s shearwaters and Band-rumped storm-petrels

 

CONSERVATION

  • Study the population dynamics of introduced mammals and proceed to their removal
  • Test new methodologies for the population control of Yellow-legged gulls  and establish exclusion areas
  • Evaluate the impact of fisheries on seabirds and mitigate the mortality related to interactions with fishing gears

 

MANAGEMENT OF BERLENGAS SPECIAL PROTECTION AREA

  • Build a new visitors centre in Berlenga Island
  • Restore the walking trail network of Berlenga Island
  • Monitor the number of visitors to the Berlenga Island
  • Promote the cooperation of stakeholders to identify problems and expectations for the SPA
  • Promote the natural values ​​of Berlengas SPA and promote environmental awareness activities