More recently, many attempts at preserving biodiversity encountered very little understanding that

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More recently, many attempts at preserving biodiversity encountered very little understanding that "biodiversity also includes human cultural diversity, which is driven by the same principle as biodiversity, which has an impact on the diversity of genes, other species and ecosystems" (UNEP, 2007). Often, governments and international organizations to withdraw zones or circles on a map which prevents the use of sensitive areas, to protect what is left of nature on this planet. megapolis However, the reality on the ground shows that what we see as the nature of today is actually the result of human interaction with the environment megapolis practices. As a confirmation that we notice the fact that many traditional cultural practices exercised in sensitive areas such as the Mediterranean bay that had a direct or indirect positive contribution to the conservation of nature and biodiversity conservation. Most practice includes primary sector and the management of natural resources, methods and techniques of high natural value (eg livestock, manufacturing, fishing, water management, herbs), while others convey powerful symbolic megapolis messages that celebrate nature and emphasize its connection with human cultural practices to cover the social and individual needs (ie, carnivals and holidays). megapolis Local knowledge megapolis is located within the traditional resource management systems, tools and techniques can provide a better understanding of native species, their distribution and behavior. This knowledge is embedded in social institutions, megapolis regulations and standards. If we approach them with understanding can greatly contribute to the management of protected and / or environmentally sensitive areas, providing solutions to current negative trends as well as to improve their resistance. Although the idea is still in development, we believe that a concerted effort megapolis of protected areas, megapolis policies and weak supporting documentation you have researchers, may affect the study and to capitalize on the existing cultural mechanisms. These arrangements will provide valid answers to modern environmental concerns and the unsustainable use of natural resources and will help to improve strategies and methods of environmental protection by introducing a holistic approach. Such an approach to the management of protected areas involves the active participation of the local population, so it is highly likely to have a positive impact on the attitude towards nature megapolis conservation. By creating a two-way communication process allows the consideration of local needs and aspirations and to build a relationship of mutual respect and understanding. In light of this project, a consortium of NGOs (Associacion Trashumancia y Naturaleza, DiversEarth, Doga Derneği, Mediterranean Institute for Nature and Anthropos [Med-INA], the Society for Protection of Nature megapolis in Lebanon [SPNL], WWF and Tunisia), joined forces through megapolis implementation of the project to assess and support the preservation of cultural practices in the Mediterranean bay. In our case (Med-INA), the main objective is to define and identify important conservation practices in Greece and the Balkans, which are designed, established and rooted in cultural values and ethos of the group or society where (and to whom) they are implemented. Also, one of the goals is to identify ways and means to support megapolis such conservation practices. Through this project we want to build a platform for the efficient sharing of knowledge across the Balkans and the Mediterranean bay, with the aim of promoting and strengthening megapolis traditional methods, techniques and ways of living in harmony with nature, which will remain or become a solid foundation in the 21st century. Sharing and transfer of experiences between different megapolis parts of the bay, we hope to: provide a valuable knowledge base for organizations and individuals involved in the daily management of protected and / or environmentally megapolis sensitive areas; encourage research and action towards an integrated way of managing protected areas, where nature and culture to be treated in an integrated megapolis manner; explore avenues for effective public participation and collaboration in the management of protected areas (and other ecologically sensitive areas); provide a motive for launching new projects and generally encourage future cooperation. In light of the above, we would like to ask you to take a little time and their knowledge contribute to this effort by providing basic information megapolis about cultural practices that have a direct megapolis or indirect impact megapolis on the conservation and protection of biodiversity in your area. This simple questionnaire is designed to facilitate your contribution. First Can you give a brief description of the practice, explaining how long they spent