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  • Conservation Biology
  • Environmental Policy

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  • Favourable Conservation Status (FCS) is the primary objective of EU Habitats and Birds Directives, aiming for thriving species and habitats.
  • Despite its long-standing introduction, FCS has not been widely adopted as a practical conservation assessment framework.
  • Understanding the conceptualization and application of FCS is crucial for effective biodiversity conservation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To systematically map and characterize the evidence base for Favourable Conservation Status (FCS).
  • To understand how the term FCS is defined and utilized within scientific literature.
  • To explore the application of FCS in policy and practice, including barriers to implementation.

Main Methods:

  • A systematic literature search was conducted to identify relevant studies on FCS definitions and applications.
  • Literature screening involved two stages: title/abstract review followed by full-text assessment.
  • Data extraction and narrative synthesis, supported by descriptive statistics and visual aids, were used to summarize findings.

Main Results:

  • The study systematically collates and characterizes evidence on the definitions and applications of FCS.
  • It identifies how FCS is conceptualized and applied in conservation policy and practice.
  • The research highlights barriers to the implementation of FCS.

Conclusions:

  • This systematic map provides the first comprehensive evidence synthesis on FCS as both a concept and a practical tool.
  • Findings will inform the broader applicability of FCS beyond mandatory reporting obligations.
  • Clarifying FCS definitions and applications is essential for advancing conservation efforts.