What would a migratory raptors instrument look like?
This will be a matter for discussion at inter-governmental negotiation meetings. But it could range from a legally binding agreement akin to that in place for bats in Europe (Eurobats) to a simple action plan which countries agree to implement collaboratively. The consultants engaged by the UK to examine the merits of a possible international agreement for migratory raptors in the African-Eurasian region recommended a non-legally binding agreement and associated action plan, which countries would sign up to as evidence of their commitment to conserve the species. A copy of the agreement and action plan proposed by the consultants can be found at www.cms.int/raptor.
