Welcome to the website of the project “Monitoring and protection of fragmented populations of native crayfish species in the Czech Republic”.

The project thematically follows on from previous projects „Use of innovative methods in the eradication of invasive crayfish in the Czech Republic“ (project 3211100013 supported by Norway Grants administered by the State Environmental Fund of the Czech Republic, solved in years 2022 až 2024), “Prediction of threats posed by non-native fish and crayfish and optimization of eradication methods for invasive species” (project TH02030687 supported by Technology Agency of the Czech Republic, solved in years 2017 to 2020) and “Monitoring of NATURA 2000 sites as a tool for effective management and conservation of autochthonous crayfish” (project EHP-CZ02-OV-1-007-2014 supported by EEA Grants, solved in years 2015 and 2016).

Work on the project is planned for the period from 13. April 2026 to 31. October 2028. Project information, current information on the progress of work and implementation of results can be found on this site. The pages are continuously updated during the project and their availability will be ensured even after the end of the project.

The Swiss-Czech Cooperation Programme applies zero tolerance towards any manifestation of corruption or misuse of funds. The aim is to ensure the highest level of integrity and transparency. In accordance with these principles, complaints and notifications regarding suspected abuse or irregularities related to the Swiss-Czech Cooperation Programme may be submitted by the public. Complaints and notifications can be sent directly to the National Coordination Unit and/or the Swiss Contribution office. Contacts are listed on the page https://www.swiss-contribution.cz/en/contacts.