of Northern bald ibis which represents the core and the reason behind the creation of the national park, 

 there was a whole programme of reintroduction of Saharan big game (Addax, scimitar-homed oryx. 

 Dama gazelle, etc.) into the park. The potential for these animals and their status has not been developed. 

 Therefore, over the last three years, a tour operator has undertaken to promote eco-treks in the national 

 park. 



Nature & Faune : Mr. Alaoui, according to you, what is the most important lesson to be learned from 

 your experience of the just ended project on wildlife? 



Moulay Youssef Alaoui : This project had several components that were intended to create jobs in rural 

 areas and generate income for the local populations. Decision makers are now aware that wildlife can 

 only be conserved and developed when the local populations can benefit from it. There is a need to take 

 regulatory and legal measures to translate these concepts into reality. 



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