The habitat of the ferruginous hawk (in pink) is the native grassland ecosystem, which is located in the southeast of the province.
The long-term goal of this plan is to reduce the average population to 1300 pairs of Ferruginous Hawks. In the short term, the target number is 800 couples, which is to maintain the current population.
Among the strategies developed, the province is focusing on reduction of human impact on habitat and maintenance of remaining native grasslands.
Ensuring grasslands are maintained for species like the ferruginous hawk is critical, says Brad Downey, senior biologist with the Alberta Conservation Association.
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Native grasslands are also one of the most threatened ecosystems in the world, according to the Nature Conservancy of Canada.
The collaboration of the owners of grazing land is essential, as Brad Downey explains, as long as natural grasslands remain intact.
The Minister of Agriculture Alberta Environment and Protected Areas, Rebecca Schulz, explains that these conservation measures will span years and require the collaboration of many partners.
According to the government, the plan was developed and will be implemented by indigenous communities, conservation groups and other stakeholders, such as the agricultural industry.
With information from Taylor Braat