Productive Conservation: A New Path for People and Nature
At BirdnWild, we work hand in hand with local partners to develop on-the-ground conservation initiatives that protect some of our planet most vulnerable wildlife—while creating real opportunities for nearby communities.
Our approach is collaborative and practical. Each project is co-designed with a local NGO. BirdnWild produces a documentary to raise awareness and funding, while our partner lead the fieldwork. From there, we focus on long-term impact by building sustainable, community-based conservation models that continue well beyond the initial project.
Our Projects
Living with Quetzals | Costa Rica
Discover how local communities in Costa Rica's Talamanca Mountains are turning from forest exploitation to conservation. Meet Freddy Madrigal, a bird photography guide helping his neighbors develop ecotourism opportunities that support local livelihoods while protecting the forests and iconic wildlife, including the Resplendent Quetzal.
Living with Pumas & Tapirs | Costa Rica
Our inaugural initiative supports coexistence between Pumas, Baird's Tapirs and people living along the borders of Corcovado National Park in Costa Rica.
By creating meaningful livelihoods tied directly to living wildlife, we replace extractive practices with sustainable income—turning conservation into a shared benefit for both people and nature.
This is what we call productive conservation: protecting biodiversity while empowering communities to thrive alongside it.