From conflict to coexistence, safeguarding wildlife corridors in Mexico for sustainable development

Habitat loss and fragmentation in Mexico have led to increased human-wildlife interactions, fostering conflicts and negative perceptions. This has resulted in retaliatory killings, poaching, and illegal trade, particularly affecting apex predators. Additionally, feral dogs are often blamed for livestock predation, exacerbating the issue and leading to further conflicts.

This project supports the Global Wildlife Programme (GWP) by focusing on the conservation of significant species and addressing key threats such as habitat loss, retaliatory killings, and illegal wildlife trade. It will employ a comprehensive HW-Co approach to improve habitat connectivity, reduce poaching, and promote wildlife-based economies. The project aims to halt and reverse the decline of key wildlife populations in Mexico—jaguar, black bear, and Mexican wolf—and protect their habitats and prey. By adopting a holistic Human-Wildlife Coexistence (HW-Co) approach, the project will reduce human-wildlife conflicts (HWC), poaching, retaliatory killings, and illegal trade. It will also enhance socioeconomic benefits through wildlife-based livelihoods, promoting resilient and connected landscapes while safeguarding both wildlife and local communities.