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Known for its iconic waterfalls, rivers, and wildlife, today, over 40% of Zambia’s land area (or 311,773 km2 of 755,640 km2) is covered by protected and conserved areas. This includes 20 national parks, 39 game management areas, 432 forest reserves, and 59 botanical reserves.

Forests, agro-ecosystems and wetlands are the most important ecosystems to the national economy and rural livelihoods. Biodiversity conservation to date has been undertaken through the management of the existing protected areas system, and promotion of sustainable utilization of natural resources in open areas.

Mammal diversity is estimated at 224 species, with over 28 species and subspecies considered threatened, endangered or vulnerable.

Related Sites

Site Name WDPA ID Country Region Status
North Luangwa National Park 1088 Zambia East and Southern Africa Listed

Related Expert Assessment Group (EAGL): Zambia

Overview

Date of Approval
07/01/2021

Status
Sites being evaluated

Allocated Reviewer
Etienne Kuzong

Standard Adaptation Status
Approved

EAGL Members

Vincent Nyirenda – EAGL Chair

Vincent Nyirenda – EAGL Chair



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Chansa Chomba

Chansa Chomba



Chisha Moseni

Chisha Moseni



Jacob Mwitwa

Jacob Mwitwa



Jovine Nachihangu

Jovine Nachihangu



Lackson Chama

Lackson Chama



Mubemba Benjamin

Mubemba Benjamin



Natalie Hayward

Natalie Hayward



Ngawo Namukonde

Ngawo Namukonde



Priscilla Sichone

Priscilla Sichone



Sabelo Lindani

Sabelo Lindani



Sandra Mulenga Ponde

Sandra Mulenga Ponde



Twakundine Simpamba

Twakundine Simpamba



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