1. Cona Island: a project of reclamation between the river and the sea Alice Barattin University of Udine

3. It is a 2400 hectares area which is situated along the last 15 Km of the Isonzo’ s course

4. Why is it so important?  The northermost wet area of the Mediterranean Sea  It’ s the result of lots of transformations in the centuries  SIC and ZPS  Hight value of biodiversity (313 species of birds out of the 550 in Europe)

5. Water environments Salt marshes Mud flats Sandy deposits and gravelly isles at the river’ s mouth Temporary and perennial fresh water marshes Reed areas Underwater seaside areas

6. The important role of Camargue breed They usually live on wetlands And they help to conserve the environment as far as vegetation is concerned

7. Structures The observation points The visitor’ s centre and its museum The museum of renewable energy sources The wild fauna restoration centre

8. Activities Horse riding Bike renting Birdwatching Didactic activities Excursions by boat Cultural festival “il Fiume e le Stelle” Project “Arti nella Natura” Projects to integrate disadvantaged people in working activities

9. Cona Island Social economy Sustainable development Eco tourism Environmetal education Biodiversity

10. Thanks for your attention