Description

Help research and conserve the rare and endangered Bog Fritillary, found only on Mt. Stara Planina, investigate the possibility of new colonies and increase public awareness, all whilst located in the rich nature and stunning beauty of this protected National Park on the Serbian / Bulgarian border.

Explore some of this undiscovered landscape and the species that still live within it.

Highlights

This expedition is one of the first butterfly monitoring projects in Serbia. You will learn the methods of butterfly marking and releasing in order to make population size estimations. Since it is supposed that not all populations of the Bog Fritillary are known, you might be the first one to discover new colonies and in this way contribute to the survival of the species in Serbia. During your stay you will learn how to recognize other butterfly species, mostly focusing on "target species", which are the rarest and most endangered.

Qualifications

No qualifications are needed for this position. You need to be capable of doing long walks and fieldwork but otherwise this project is open to all.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

USD 570

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• Travel while in host country

Program Fees Include:

This price covers the cost of all your research activities whilst on the expedition. It also covers the cost of your accommodation and food. It also covers the cost of transport between the research sites and base camp.

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Typical Volunteer

This expedition is aimed at anyone who has an interest in butterflies and wants to do something different, in a truly beautiful and unusual location. You will have the opportunity to learn useful research skills and hands-on field techniques, which can be used in other areas of conservation and wildlife research. If you want to have an amazing experience whilst contributing to cutting edge science, then this is the trip for you. We aim to be as inclusive as possible, so do not feel like you are too old or too young, not fit enough or too inexperienced. We welcome anyone who has the enthusiasm for our cause and aim to provide an unusual and fulfilling experience. Have an adventure and be actively involved in something that really makes a difference.

Age Range

18+

This Program is open to

American, Asian, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African and Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

in Groups of 2-6

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

3-5 working days

WildVenture Volunteering's Mission Statement

Our long list of conservation contacts, our commitment to making a change and our vast knowledge of the local area and people means we are in a perfect position to make your help go a long way. The valuable data we collect is passed on to our contacts who use it to further help the species population.

Year Founded

2009