Bring the captive closer to the wild: redefining the role of ex situ conservation

• DOI: 10.1017/s0030605310001766
• Publication Date: 2011-11-07T11:01:36Z
• Authors: Diana J. Pritchard; John E. Fa; Sara Oldfield; Stuart R. Harrop
• Keywords: Ex situ conservation; Ex-ante

Abstract In situ conservation is central to contemporary global biodiversity protection and the predominant emphasis of international regulation funding strategies. Ex approaches, in contrast, have been relegated a subsidiary role their direct contributions limited. We draw on variety sources make case for an enhanced ex conservation. note advances occurring within institutions specializing stress that, although much remains be done, many constraints are being addressed. argue that evidence increasing extinction rates, exacerbated by climate change, challenges wisdom heavy dependence strategies necessitates increased development approaches. A number different techniques enable species habitats survive should now explored. These could build experience management systems already demonstrated effective integration hybrid For organizations become more effective, however, they will require tangible support from governance. Resistance anticipated because entrenched through powerful groups exert influence policy facilitate flow funding. The chasm has traditionally divided approaches may diminish as combined. Moreover, relentless loss ‘wild’ soon render / distinction misleading, or even obsolete.