The Kazakh Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources and Efes Kazakhstan signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on June 19 to initiate the Save the Berkuts project. Its objective is to preserve and restore the golden eagle population in Kazakhstan. The golden eagle, the largest eagle species in Kazakhstan and part of the hawk family is recognized as one of the nation’s "seven treasures." It is categorized as a rare and endangered species in Kazakhstan’s Red Book and is legally protected under national and international conservation frameworks.
"Save the Berkuts" builds upon Efes Kazakhstan’s previous "Contribute. Save Nature" initiative, operational from 2012 to 2019. During this period, 25 golden eagles were successfully reintroduced into the wild in the Almaty Region, contributing to population recovery efforts.
The current phase of the project emphasizes extensive research and data collection to assess the population and habitats of golden eagles across Kazakhstan. This will be followed by efforts to reintroduce these birds into their natural environments.
Under the memorandum, the ministry will support research activities and facilitate the reintroduction of golden eagles into their natural habitats, emphasizing the significance of scientific findings. Efes Kazakhstan will implement the project according to a detailed roadmap, committing financial resources from 2024 to 2034. This funding will cover expeditions, breeding efforts, habitat maintenance for golden eagles, and the preparation of progress reports.
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