SERBAL
Who are we?
Society for the Study and Recovery of Almerian Biodiversity. Recovering what has been forgotten.
Donation to NGO
10% of the sale price of this tubular scarf is donated to Serbal.
For more information about Serbal, you can visit their website.
Basic information
Founding date
October 2012
Members
20 members and over 200 volunteers and collaborators
Location
Roquetas de Mar (Almería)
Why did it come about?
The beginnings
The organization's founders were naturalists, biologists, and ecologists concerned with the conservation of various species of flora and fauna, and certain places in Almería that did not receive much attention from the authorities. It was essentially born to recover these forgotten species and places and to raise awareness among the population about Almería's rich and unique biodiversity.
A role model
The pioneers in biodiversity conservation in Almería, such as Antonio Cano, Lorenzo García and, above all, José Antonio Valverde, who was part of the CSIC in Almería and has left us a great legacy.
News
Current concerns
- Protection of the wetland in Ribera de la Algaida.
- Promote the unique and rich biodiversity of arid zones among citizens, as these areas are often rejected, especially by those who live there.
Current initiatives
- Management and census of endangered species.
- Protection of the Ribera de la Algaida wetland.
- Citizen science programs.
Funding sources
Membership fees, donations, and public grants.
Reflections
A disturbing thought
Biodiversity loss and climate change are still not seen as serious problems by most of society and administrations.
A reflection for hope
The actions of a small group of people can change the world.
How can I help?
Ways to support
We are a completely independent organization with limited financial resources. We need to increase our income (donations, charity events, etc.) and work materials (binoculars, magnifiers, etc.).
A good habit
Small or discreet things should also be preserved.
Upcoming goals
Objective 1
Increase in membership.
Objective 2
To be considered a public interest organization.
A dream
To achieve protection of the Ribera de la Algaida and make people appreciate arid zones.
Young spur-thighed tortoise
Environmental education
Environmental education
Bird ringing (common snipe)
Release of slender-billed gulls
Nesting box installation