sexta-feira, 1 de janeiro de 2010

BIRD LIFE INTERNATIONAL - ILHÉUS DO PORTO SANTO - FACTSHEET


«Conservation issues Nesting seabirds are subject to human predation, with total disrespect to actual legislation. Control of this threat is null, and when applied has no results, due to the absence of population support and concealing of transgressors. The lighthouses are responsible for the spill of burnt oils and combustible to the sea. The accesible islets' edges present garbage acomulation from the seaa or the fishermen. The introduction of European rabbits Oryctolagus cuniculus has resulted in considerable damage to the vegetation and disturbance during hunt season. There are intentions to use Ilhéu de Baixo for tourism, this option could involve an efective management and the right protection to seabirds populations.»