In 2007, the project achieved the status of Ugandan NGO and was renamed the Budongo Conservation Field Station.

[4] BCFS carry out monitoring and research on Budongo forest’s climate, plants, birds, amphibians and primates.

Field staff monitor chimpanzees and study birds, amphibians, soil nutrient cycling and trees.

[8] Community outreach is a large part of the station’s work, with conservation education sessions frequently delivered in local schools and students regularly hosted on-site.

[9] BCFS also aim to improve the livelihoods of local people and reduce illegal resource use in Budongo forest.