The conservation map

Thanks to donations, such as from the sponsorship programme, we provide financial support to conservation programmes that protect the endangered species of the park directly in the wild. All these programmes strive to protect natural habitats by raising awareness and working with local populations.

81 species of mammals, 187 species of nesting birds, and 15 species of reptiles live together in Auvergne. However, this exceptional wildlife is in danger. Today, 1/4 of mammals, 2 species of reptiles and 50% of birds are threatened with extinction! The Passerelle Conservation also works with local associations working to protect Auvergne's biodiversity, including Chauve-Souris Auvergne (bats), the Conservatory of Natural Spaces of Auvergne, the Reptile Observatory of Auvergne and the Mammal Group of Auvergne.

The Passerelle Conservation, together with these local associations, recently opened the Auvergne Nature Centre. The centre is located in Orbeil, 5 minutes from Issoire, in a building generously provided by the Pays d'Issoire conurbation. The goal of this initiative is also to facilitate communication and raise awareness with the general public through events jointly organised by the associations, including exhibitions and educational outings.