Sometimes habitat restoration measures are implemented in order to facilitate the settlement of the target species. However the habitats as such are mostly not an objective. Also, the restoration of habitats is often limited by numerous filters to the establishment of the characteristic species of the target habitats. These filters alter the potential species pool. The restoration remains partial and the target habitats don’t reach a favorable conservation status. This is a key issue for the restoration of the Natura2000 network.
However, a new approach which appeared during the recent years in Europe, especially in frame of LIFE-Nature projects, is the use of the reintroduction of species for the restoration of more complete habitats. This contributes to a more efficient and effective improvement of the Natura2000 network. This approach is very different from the classic reintroductions targeting single species with no or low connection with habitat restoration.
Curious to learn more about the context of this platform meeting and the current evolution in Europe regarding this theme? Read our concept note here.