Kazakhstan Unites to Save Berkut Eagles
The Kazakh Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources and Efes Kazakhstan have joined forces to implement the social project Save the Berkuts, with the goal of preserving and restoring the golden eagle population in Kazakhstan. The memorandum of intent was signed on June 19, marking a significant step towards protecting one of Kazakhstan’s zhety kazyna (seven treasures).
The golden eagle, a magnificent bird of prey and the largest eagle in the world, is listed in Kazakhstan’s Red Book’s List of Rare and Endangered Species. It is also safeguarded by state legislation, international agreements, and the International Union for Conservation of Nature.
The Save the Berkuts project is a continuation of the Contribute. Save Nature initiative, previously undertaken by Efes Kazakhstan from 2012 to 2019. During this initiative, 25 golden eagles were raised and released into the wild in the Almaty Region, contributing to the increase in their population.
The new phase of the project will focus on conducting research and collecting data on the population and habitat of golden eagles in Kazakhstan, followed by the release of the birds back into their natural environment. The Kazakh Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources will support the research efforts, while Efes Kazakhstan will provide funding for the project from 2024 to 2034. This includes financing expeditions, breeding and maintaining the golden eagles, and reporting on the project’s progress.
The signing of the memorandum signifies a collaborative effort between the government and private businesses in safeguarding Kazakhstan’s natural heritage. By working together, they aim to ensure the survival and prosperity of the golden eagle population in Kazakhstan.
