Common use of Taxonomy and Annex Clause in Contracts

Taxonomy and Annex. 1 review 1.1 Keep the Taxonomy Working Group’s bibliographic database updated TWG led by Convenor Ongoing 0.5 week per annum (p.a.) 0 Ensure that ACAP’s bibliographic database is kept updated 1.2 Continue the establishment of a morphometric and plumage database TWG led by Xxxxxxxx, Science Officer 2019-20212022 2 weeks 0 This will facilitate the taxonomic process, the identification of bycatch specimens, and the long-term storage of valuable data. Possibly a catalogue of taxa that are difficult to separate visually instead. 1.3 Maintain a database of site-specific information on the availability of samples relevant to studies of population genetics of ACAP species TWG 2019-20212022 2 months ? In co-operation with PaCSWG a database of researchers holding site specific samples was developed initially. 1.4 Consider taxonomic issues relating to species proposed for addition to Annex 1 of the Agreement Parties and AC Ongoing 0.5-week p.a. 0 Development of papers as required, using species assessment template. 1.5 Respond to queries on taxonomic issues relating to ACAP species TWG led by Convenor Ongoing 1-2 weeks p.a. 0 Encourage ongoing harmonisation with CMS and IUCN. Maintain species reference table with scientific and common names across multiple languages. Topic/ Task Responsible group Time frame Resources Action detail/ comments Time Funds (AUD)

Taxonomy and Annex. 1 review 1.1 Keep the Taxonomy Working Group’s bibliographic database updated TWG led by Convenor Ongoing 0.5 week per annum (p.a.) 0 Ensure that ACAP’s bibliographic database is kept updated 1.2 Continue the establishment of a morphometric and plumage database TWG led by Xxxxxxxx, Science Officer 20192023-20212022 2025 2 weeks 0 This will facilitate the taxonomic process, the identification of bycatch specimens, and the long-term storage of valuable data. Possibly a catalogue of taxa that are difficult to separate visually instead. 1.3 Maintain a database of site-specific information on the availability of samples relevant to studies of population genetics of ACAP species TWG 20192023-20212022 2025 2 months ? In co-operation with PaCSWG a database of researchers holding site specific samples was developed initially. 1.4 Consider taxonomic issues relating to species proposed for addition to Annex 1 of the Agreement Parties and AC Ongoing 0.5-0.5 week p.a. 0 Development of papers as required, Respond to proposals (using species assessment template.) submitted by Parties 1.5 Respond to queries on taxonomic issues relating to ACAP species TWG led by Convenor Ongoing 1-2 weeks p.a. 0 Encourage ongoing harmonisation with CMS and IUCN. Maintain species reference table with scientific and common names across multiple languages. Topic/ Task Responsible group Time frame Resources Action detail/ comments Time Funds (AUD)

Taxonomy and Annex. 1 review 1.1 Keep the Taxonomy Working Group’s bibliographic database updated TWG led by Convenor Ongoing 0.5 week per annum (p.a.) 0 Ensure that ACAP’s bibliographic database is kept updated 1.2 Continue the establishment of a morphometric and plumage database TWG led by Xxxxxxxx, Science Officer 2019-20212022 2021 2 weeks 0 This will facilitate the taxonomic process, the identification of bycatch specimens, and the long-long- term storage of valuable data. Possibly a catalogue of taxa that are difficult to separate visually instead. 1.3 Maintain a database of site-specific information on the availability of samples relevant to studies of population genetics of ACAP species TWG 2019-20212022 2021 2 months ? In co-operation with PaCSWG a database of researchers holding site specific samples was developed initially. 1.4 Consider taxonomic issues relating to species proposed for addition to Annex 1 of the Agreement Parties and AC Ongoing 0.5-0.5 week p.a. 0 Development of papers as required, using species assessment template. 1.5 Respond to queries on taxonomic issues relating to ACAP species TWG led by Convenor Ongoing 1-2 weeks p.a. 0 Encourage ongoing harmonisation with CMS and IUCN. Maintain species reference table with scientific and common names across multiple languages. Topic/ Task Responsible group Time frame Resources Action detail/ comments Time Funds (AUD)

Taxonomy and Annex. 1 review 1.1 Keep the Taxonomy Working Group’s bibliographic database updated TWG led by Convenor Ongoing 0.5 week per annum (p.a.) 0 Ensure that ACAP’s bibliographic database is kept updated 1.2 Continue the establishment of a morphometric and plumage database TWG led by Xxxxxxxx, Science Officer 2019-20212022 2021 2 weeks 0 This will facilitate the taxonomic process, the identification of bycatch specimens, and the long-long- term storage of valuable data. Possibly a catalogue of taxa that are difficult to separate visually instead. 1.3 Maintain a database of site-specific information on the availability of samples relevant to studies of population genetics of ACAP species TWG 2019-20212022 2021 2 months ? In co-operation with PaCSWG a database of researchers holding site specific samples was developed initially. 1.4 Consider taxonomic issues relating to species proposed for addition to Annex 1 of the Agreement Parties and AC Ongoing 0.5-0.5 week p.a. 0 Development of papers as required, using species assessment template. 1.5 Respond to queries on taxonomic issues relating to ACAP species TWG led by Convenor Ongoing 1-2 weeks p.a. 0 Encourage ongoing harmonisation with CMS and IUCN. Maintain species reference table with scientific and common names across multiple languages. Topic/ Task Responsible group Time frame Resources Action detail/ comments Time Funds (AUD)