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In the High Atlas (Morocco)Ìýnumerous knowledge generating programs about endemic flora are takingÌýplace. However, given the site’s size and the stakes in terms of preservation of flora and habitats, knowledge acquisition must constantly be strengthened. Thus, a partnership between Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±½á¹ûÏÖ³¡Ö±²¥-Med and the Fondation Biotope was created. Its objectives are to strengthen knowledge acquisition efforts while ensuring current actions’ complementarity in this domain on that sector.

In the abovementionedÌýframework, a field mission focusing mainly on wetlands and high altitude, where the endemic or rare species rate is the highest,Ìýtook place in the High Atlas.Ìý

These prospections enabled scientists to confirm the presence or find new locationsÌýofÌýabout fifteen species amongst the ones that were searchedÌýfor within the Natural Park. Some of them seemed to be known only in Jbel Bou Naceur, in the Middle Atlas. The alternation between sedimentary and magmatic rocks enabledÌýa diversified flora to develop despite an omnipresent overgrazing. Consultations and bibliographic research will help improveÌýthe knowledge of these species and reevaluate themÌýon the basis of the discoveries made during this mission.

For more information: Teresa Gil

Project description:

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This project represents an ambitious initiative to develop plant conservation actions in the South and East of the Mediterranean region (including north Africa, middle east and Balkans) combining the experience and expertise ofÌýPlantlife InternationalÌýand Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±½á¹ûÏÖ³¡Ö±²¥.