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Biodiversity Communication
We believe that communication is key to achieve a sustainable future! BIOTA works on a broad range of biodiversity communication services, from the production of biodiversity communication plans and diverse products and materials, to the planning and organization of technical and scientific events
The technical products BIOTA develops include nature and field guides, distribution atlas, red books, and more specific tailored publications, whenever requested. These can be produced for specific a public; for instance, alone or in partnership, BIOTA provides services and products to develop several educational activities, from content production to activity planning and implementation.
BIOTA also creates educational kits related to biology, ecology and environmental science. The kits are designed to engage students, young children and their families in learning about biodiversity through hands-on activities such as puzzles, memory games, cards, workbooks, guides and more. The games are designed for young children, with age-appropriate learning in mind.
Projects
Bat Conservation Awareness Activity at São Jorge Castle
Location: Lisbon
BIOTA's Client: EGEAC – Empresa de Gestão de Equipamentos e Animação Cultural, E.M., S.A.
Final Client: EGEAC – Empresa de Gestão de Equipamentos e Animação Cultural, E.M., S.A.
Start Date: 2016
Completion Date: Ongoing
Description of the project: Guided group activity with a BIOTA biologist, exploring and identifying the different bat species living in São Jorge Castle.
International Seminar – Biodiversity: its contribution to the diversification of the Angolan economy
Location: Luanda
BIOTA's Client: Centro2020, Portugal2020, União Europeia – FEDER
Final Client: Centro2020, Portugal2020, União Europeia – FEDER
Start Date: 2018
Completion Date: 2018
Description of the project: Full organisation of the international seminar, including production of materials, media and digital outreach, invitation of speakers, programme definition and logistical support.
Communication Plan for the Red Book of Freshwater and Diadromous Fishes of Mainland Portugal
BIOTA's Client: FCiências.ID – Associação para a Investigação e Desenvolvimento de Ciências
Final Client: FCiências.ID – Associação para a Investigação e Desenvolvimento de Ciências
Start Date: 2018
Completion Date: 2023
Description of the project: Development of the visual identity, editorial design, creation and management of the project website and the SNIPAD platform. Activities also included the production of a photographic archive, the management of social media and media presence, the organisation of communication events, and the production of outreach materials. In addition, BIOTA was responsible for compiling content from various authors, as well as drafting fact sheets and thematic chapters.
BiOdivelas – Biodiversity Atlas
Location: Odivelas
BIOTA's Client: Odivelas City Council
Final Client: Odivelas City Council
Start Date: 2020
Completion Date: 2023
Description of the project: The project encompassed a survey of the native vascular flora of the municipality, with a stronger focus on natural areas. It enabled the identification of the species present and their distribution across the territory. Rare plants, as well as those with conservation status or legal protection, were recorded. This is a dissemination work, containing unique technical and scientific content for the geographical area in question.
Natural Capital Inventory and Publication of the Illustrated Guide to the Alviela River
Location: Santarém
BIOTA's Client: Santarém City Council
Final Client: Santarém City Council
Start Date: 2022
Completion Date: 2023
Description of the project: Biodiversity survey of the Alviela River, focusing on flora and vegetation, mammals, amphibians, reptiles, freshwater fish, birds, dragonflies and butterflies. The outcome was the publication of an illustrated guide featuring the 100 most emblematic species, including distribution maps and ecological notes.
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