Network of specialists

We are supported in our daily work by a strong network of Associate Experts and a big selection of experts brought together in the Wetlands International - IUCN Specialist Groups. 

Associate Experts

These are experts that we work with in implementing our field work, do research or develop proposals. 

Specialist Groups

Specialist Groups are networks of expert scientists who provide information and advice in support of Wetlands International's programmes and projects. The Specialist Groups are coordinated by Chairs elected by the Groups and supported by its members.

There are currently 16 active Specialist Groups; 14 covering waterbird taxa, one on freshwater fish, and a thematic group on wetland restoration issues. Overall our Specialist Group network involves over 2,000 people. The network of Specialist Groups is a vital part of Wetlands International, essential for the delivery of wetland and wetland species expertise in support of wetland conservation globally.

Coordination with IUCN SSC

The Waterbird Specialist Groups are operated as a 'Waterbird Network' jointly with IUCN - Species Survival Commission and are referred to as "Wetlands International - IUCN SSC Specialist Groups". In addition, the Freshwater Fish Specialist Group is jointly coordinated with the IUCN SSC. IUCN Species Survival Commission co-ordinates a wide range of other Specialist Groups apart from the ones shared with Wetlands International, covering different animal and plant taxa and themes. More information on their website.

Coordination Support

At Wetlands International, the Specialist Groups are supported by Taej Mundkur, (+ 31 318-660940).  

Specialist Groups' News

For upcoming events, check here

2013

5th International Swan Symposium

A joint conference of The Trumpeter Swan Society and the Wetlands International/ IUCN SSC Swan Specialists Group will be held February 3-6, 2014 at the historic Tidewater Inn in Easton, Maryland, USA. See more here.

Malcolm Coulter, Co-Chair of the WI / IUCN SSC Stork, Ibis & Spoonbill Specialist Group passes on

28th. February 2013,  Biography click here  

Woodcock and Snipe Specialist Group Number 38 December 2012 just out

Check out the Group website.

Wader Studies Group Bulletin 120, Jan 2013 just out

Check out the WSG website 

Successful 15th meeting of the WI/IUCN SSC Goose Specialist Group meeting

The meeting was held in the Palace of Congress of Arcachon, France, from 8-11 January 2013. A report will be posted shortly on the WI/IUCN SSC Goose Specialist Group website.

International Crane Meeting calls for Protection of Cranes and Wetlands through sustainable agriculture in NE Asia

In early December 2012, ICF co-organized with Beijing Forestry University an international crane workshop in Beijing and Hunan Province, China. Following the workshop, the WI/IUCN SSC Crane Specialist Group developed a Call for Action for the "Protection of cranes and wetlands through sustainable agriculture in Northeast Asia." More information on ICF website.

 

For Archived News click here

 

For upcoming events, check here

2013

5th International Swan Symposium

A joint conference of The Trumpeter Swan Society and the Wetlands International/ IUCN SSC Swan Specialists Group will be held February 3-6, 2014 at the historic Tidewater Inn in Easton, Maryland, USA. See more here.

Malcolm Coulter, Co-Chair of the WI / IUCN SSC Stork, Ibis & Spoonbill Specialist Group passes on

28th. February 2013,  Biography click here  

Woodcock and Snipe Specialist Group Number 38 December 2012 just out

Check out the Group website.

Wader Studies Group Bulletin 120, Jan 2013 just out

Check out the WSG website 

Successful 15th meeting of the WI/IUCN SSC Goose Specialist Group meeting

The meeting was held in the Palace of Congress of Arcachon, France, from 8-11 January 2013. A report will be posted shortly on the WI/IUCN SSC Goose Specialist Group website.

International Crane Meeting calls for Protection of Cranes and Wetlands through sustainable agriculture in NE Asia

In early December 2012, ICF co-organized with Beijing Forestry University an international crane workshop in Beijing and Hunan Province, China. Following the workshop, the WI/IUCN SSC Crane Specialist Group developed a Call for Action for the "Protection of cranes and wetlands through sustainable agriculture in Northeast Asia." More information on ICF website.

 

For Archived News click here