To compile, synthesise, and disseminate information on the conservation status and distribution of all canid species across their range, with particular emphasis on species which are threatened or rare.
Objectives
To provide and improve technical information and advice on all matters concerning wild canids, including their status in the wild, the threats they face and their conservation requirements, and biology and natural history.
To promote and catalyse conservation activities benefiting wild canids, to be carried out by the above, prioritizing and coordinating efforts of researchers and conservationists worldwide.
To help raise funding for canid research and conservation, and to undertake research directly when necessary or appropriate.
To improve the management of the common and elusive species.
To build capacity by exchanging ideas, information, and technical expertise among Group members.