Designation of conservation site network in order to mitigate climate change impacts on birds: a case study of Serbia

Abstract

This paper analyzes relations between population and conservation status of bird species that are affected by various threats, with a special emphasis on climate change on the example of the Important Bird Areas (IBAs) sites in Serbia. The special accent will be put on the analysis of the ability of the recently established IBA network in Serbia to continue representing suitable habitats as stepping-stones, especially for globally threatened species belonging to Serbian avifauna, which will be conducted using the relevant data on population status of species and projected climate change, with assistance of GIS tools. The results of this research could be used to update conservation status of target species and habitats in order to mitigate disturbing impacts through creation and implementation of conservation priorities.