The 4th International Jackal Symposium (4IJS)

Join the global canid community this October in Tulcea, Romania, for the 4th International Jackal and Related Species Symposium (4IJS), taking place from October 7–10, 2026 in the heart of the Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve.

Hosted by the Danube Delta National Institute for Research and Development, 4IJS will bring together researchers, conservationists, wildlife managers, and practitioners to share the latest advances in jackal ecology, behavior, and management. With golden jackals continuing to expand across Europe and beyond, the symposium offers a timely platform for exchanging knowledge and addressing emerging challenges.

Ahead of the main event, participants can attend a two-day master class (October 5–6) on bioacoustic monitoring, focused on jackal soundscapes and advanced techniques for species identification and ecological research.

The symposium will feature plenary talks, contributed presentations, and opportunities to connect with colleagues working on jackals and related species across diverse systems.

Abstract submission deadline: May 10, 2026.

Location: Tulcea, Romania (Hotel Delta).

Whether you are studying jackals, managing expanding populations, or interested in canid ecology more broadly, 4IJS offers a unique opportunity to engage with a growing international network.

For more details: https://www.jackalecology.eu/4ijs-news-corner