The European Union has granted funds to the Andalucian LIFE project conservation and management in special protection areas for steppe birds. It aims to improve conservation of species and their habitats. Andalucia is the region with the greatest number of species of these birds in Spain. A total of 25 species of which 15 are under some degree of threat. Funding of EUR 8.6 million represents 55% of the total project budget, the Junta de Andalucia will provide 2.9 million and the rest will come from other associated beneficiaries. More information on the ABS Forum.