European Vertebrate Management Conference
Welcome
Dear Friends, dear Colleagues,
we would like to warmly invite you to attend the 14th European Vertebrate Management Conference (EVMC 2025), which will be organized in Ankaran, Slovenia, between 12th and 16th May 2025.
The conference is a next step in a chain of previous meetings known as EVPMCs, but this time without P (for pest) as there was a general agreement to omit any possible stigmatization of different vertebrate species and, consequently, allow the event to be more inclusive. Even more so than in the past, it will be a platform to present insights into recent findings on vertebrate ecology, ecosystem role/value of different species, hunting, behaviour, intra- and interspecific interactions as well as human-wildlife coexistence, conflicts, and population management. In this respect, the number of emerging topics and new scientific findings that will be presented at the conference is expected to further increase.
The conference will focus on the newest and the most exciting topics covering a wide range of disciplines and taxa including fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, small mammals, lagomorphs, ungulates, mesocarnivores, and large predators. Specific symposia will include the following topics: Ecology, physiology and behaviour; Taxonomy and genetics; Population monitoring and management; (Invasive) alien vertebrates; Crops and urban systems; Health, zoonotic pathogens and parasites; Rodenticide resistance; New tools and methods; Human-animal conflicts and Social dimension; and Free topics.
During the conference, the broad international community of scientists and experts in vertebrate ecology, conservation and management will have opportunity to share own experience and the latest scientific findings, but also to renew friendships and increase collaboration at a global scale.
We hope you will be able to attend EVMC 2025, and that the event will present a memorable experience for you!
See you in Ankaran, Slovenia!
Boštjan Pokorny and Jens Jacob,
on behalf of the Organizing Committee and the International Steering Committee
COMMITTEES
LOCAL ORGANIZING COMMITTEE, SLOVENIA
Faculty of Environmental Protection
Boštjan Pokorny
Samar Al Sayegh Petkovšek
Zarja Platovšek
Milena Ževart
Lea Komerički Kotnik
Saša Zagode Burič
University of Primorska, Faculty of Mathematics, Natural Sciences and Information Technologies
Elena Bužan
University of Ljubljana, Biotechnical Faculty
Hubert Potočnik
Ivan Kos
Klemen Jerina
INTERNATIONAL STEERING
COMMITTEE
Ann-Charlotte Heiberg, Denmark
Emil Tkadlec, Czech Republic
Emiliano Mori, Italy
Etienne Benoit, France
Giovanna Massei, UK
Goran Jokic, Serbia
Graham Smith, UK
Herwig Leirs, Belgium
Jens Jacob, Germany – CHAIR
Joachim Pelz, Germany
Jordi Figuerola, Spain
Linda Bjedov, Croatia
Marco Zaccaroni, Italy
Otso Huitu, Finland
Philippe Berny, France
Valeria Mazza, Italy
Virginie Lattard, France
Zbigniew Borowski, Poland
SCIENTIFIC INFO
PLENARY SPEAKERS
SCIENTIFIC PROGRAMME
Coming soon.
GENERAL INFO
ABOUT ANKARAN
The small seaside town of Ankaran, with around 3,200 inhabitants, is situated on the Adriatic coast, in the immediate vicinity of the Debeli Rtič Nature Park, famous for its exceptional landscape and natural diversity. The Ankaran peninsula, where the town is located, is characterised by an unspoilt flysch coastline with bays (the most famous being the bay of St. Jernej), cliffs, seashells dune (the shellfish cemetery in the Polje Bay is well worth a visit), wetlands and grasslands, among which the Mediterranean salt meadow stands out, the only one of its kind in Slovenia and one of the few on the eastern Adriatic coast.
The 11th-century Benedictine monastery of St Nicholas is located on the conference site, while the preserved villa of the noble Galli family and numerous World War II monuments (bunkers, firing ranges, observation tower) can be admired on the hillside above the town.
The mild Mediterranean climate, the high biodiversity on land and sea, the rich cultural heritage, the proximity to the Slovenian capital (Ljubljana is only an hour’s drive away) and the good cuisine make Ankaran an ideal location for the EVMC 2025.
We look forward to welcoming you to this picturesque place!
HOW TO REACH THE VENUE
For transport from the closest airport, you can choose between different options as follows:
Trieste Airport (Trieste, Italy)
Trieste Airport (TRS), in italian “Aeroporto di Trieste – Friuli Venezia Giulia”, also known by its previous name “Trieste – Ronchi dei Legionari Airport”, is an international airport west of Ronchi dei Legionari (Province of Gorizia), near Trieste in Venezia Giulia, in the north-eastern Italy. Trieste Airport is the ideal gateway to an area where Latin, Germanic and Slavic cultures merge. This merging have given rise to a unique multicultural heritage. The airport is only 55 km from Ankaran and it is the best way to access Ankaran.
Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (Ljubljana, Slovenia)
Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU), in slovenian “Letališče Jožeta Pučnika Ljubljana”, also known by its previous name “Brnik Airport”, is the international airport of Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. Ljubljana Airport has good connections to nearby cities and offers good services. The airport is located 118 km from Ankaran and 25 km from the Ljubljana capital.
For transport between airports and Ankaran you can choose between different options as follows:
GoOpti
GoOpti is a Slovenian company which organizes transports for smaller groups of people between different airports and places in Slovenia. It is the most used way to travel to and from the airports. The prices vary depending on the traveling distance and time frame that you choose (a strict time for pick up or drop off or a wider time). Highest price guarantees you fastest possible transport to the selected destination and the lower allows a bit more flexible time frame, which in practice means you could wait up to a few hours at the airport. You pay in advance, and the day before the transfer you receive SMS with the exact time for pick up and contact information of the driver.
You can book the transfer with GoOpti easily on their booking site which is user-friendly:
Shuttle bus (NOMAGO or FLIXBUS)
Bus lines are connecting airports mostly with bigger cities (Trieste, Ljubljana), but also Koper is accessible with 0-1 stop. The most used companies in this area are NOMAGO and FLIXBUS. You can book the shuttle online and print out your tickets. Shuttle is cheaper than GoOpti, but not so comfortable. From Trieste it might be the easiest way to take a shuttle because it is very close.
ACCOMMODATION
Below please find some suggested hotels located near the Conference Venue.
Adria Ankaran Hotel & Resort
Welcome to Ankaran, a window on the Mediterranean world located between Trieste and Piran. Only a few steps from the sea, in the shade of old pine trees and olive trees, in these green oasis it offers numerous possibilities for active vacation and a peaceful refuge from everyday life.
OFFICIAL LANGUAGE
English will be the official language of the Conference.
IMPORTANT DATES
Registration: from 11 Sep 2024 onward |
The deadline for abstract submission: 31 Oct 2024 |
Programme available: 31 Dec 2024 |
Early-bird end: 31 Jan 2025 |
Start of the conference: 12 May 2025 |
REGISTRATION FEE
(without excursion and gala dinner)
Participants (early-bird) | . . . . . . . | 300 EUR |
Participants (regular) | . . . . . . . | 400 EUR |
Students, also PhD (early-bird) | . . . . . . . | 200 EUR |
Students, also PhD (regular) | . . . . . . . | 250 EUR |
One-day (all participants) | . . . . . . . | 100 EUR |
NEWS
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PARTNERS AND ORGANIZERS
SPONSORS
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