The project is conserving an endandered species by increasing its population and diversifying its distribution in the Dominican Republic. The project is educating school children, residents, and local communities about the plight of this species in order to raise awareness. The project includes training of local guides to facilitate bird-watching excursions, creating jobs and economic opportunities. "Bird tourism has a tremendous potential for species protection and job creation." Jake Kheel.
We are reintroducing 3-10 hawks a year of a total population of 300 remaining individuals. By expanding their distribution, we protect the precious few remaining hawks from extinction and improve their chances of survival.
You can help by making a donation through GlobalGiving:
http://www.globalgiving.org/projects/conserving-the-ridgways-hawk-in-punta-cana-dr/
