Lisäroduppaavat

Lisäroduppaavat is a Finnish term that translates roughly to "additional breeding pairs" or "supplementary breeding units." It is a concept primarily used in wildlife management and conservation, particularly when referring to efforts to increase the population of a specific species.

The term typically describes a strategy where a limited number of individual animals, often from a captive breeding program or a different, healthy population, are introduced into an existing wild population. These introduced individuals are intended to form new breeding pairs, thus augmenting the reproductive capacity of the wild population. This approach is distinct from simply releasing animals to bolster numbers; the emphasis is on establishing new breeding units to accelerate population growth.

Lisäroduppaavat is often employed for species that are endangered or have low reproductive rates. The goal is to increase genetic diversity within the wild population and to overcome bottlenecks that might be hindering natural recovery. Careful selection of individuals for introduction is crucial, considering factors such as age, health, genetic compatibility, and the availability of suitable habitat and resources in the target area. Monitoring the success of these introduced pairs is a vital part of the conservation strategy.