Proposing general conservation actions hoping that policymakers do the rest is insufficient to conserve the Andean condor: A commentary to Plaza and Lambertucci (2020)

Abstract

The Andean condor (Vultur gryphus) is an iconic and declining species exemplifying the great challenge we face to halt the loss of biodiversity in an increasing time pressure. To collate the available information on this species and help practitioners and policymakers working with it, Plaza and Lambertucci (2020) presented an updated review of the scientific knowledge on the Andean condor, commented threats to their populations and proposed scientific evidence-based conservation actions.