Capercaillie Emergency Plan 2025 - 2030 - Flipbook - Page 48
together the largest amount of capercaillie genetic information to date and
provides the first fine-scale genetic picture across the Cairngorms. Scope exists
to continue building this picture by routinely biobanking tissue samples
whenever opportunities arise.
Objective
Develop and implement an infectious disease surveillance monitoring program for
capercaillie and sympatric Galliformes to identify factors affecting capercaillie
morbidity, mortality and reproductive success.
Actions by 2030
1. Develop a programme of infectious disease surveillance for capercaillie and
sympatric Galliformes.
2. Establish and promote a protocol for collecting and transferring tissue
samples to a publicly accessible biobank from any capercaillie carcass found
in Scotland.
Measures of success
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Consistent and accurate collection of data on parasite prevalence in capercaillie.
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Actionable insights that contribute to improved capercaillie survival and
reproductive success.
Partners (alongside the Park Authority and NatureScot)
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Carrbridge Capercaillie Group
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RZSS
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RSPB
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