Between July 2021 and April 2024, a groundbreaking project aimed at advancing sea turtle conservation was conducted in Malindi-Ungwana Bay. This initiative, focusing on enhancing collaborative strategies, has yielded significant insights and paved the way for improved conservation practices. The project encompassed various activities, including the mapping and characterization of sea turtle nesting beaches, the
As the fragility of our planet’s ecosystems becomes increasingly apparent, concerted efforts to protect and conserve vital habitats are paramount. Among these critical ecosystems, coral reefs stand out for their unparalleled biodiversity and the essential services they provide to both marine life and human communities. Recognizing the urgent need for action, the International Coral Reef
By Tim Mc Clanahan Prioritizing protected areas in the ocean is challenged by the difficulties of surveying the diversity of species beneath the sea. A new approach using high resolution satellite and shipboard information has mapped underwater conservation priorities in 11 nations of the western Indian Ocean. Satellite data is more abundant, more resolved, and
Dear WIOMPAN Members, We need your expertise and insights to contribute to a crucial study focusing on the impacts of drifting Fish Aggregating Devices (d-FADs) on Marine Protected Areas (MPAs). This research aims to shed light on the geographic distribution of d-FADs in relation to MPAs and explore potential solutions to mitigate their effects on
Nature Seychelles has joined forces with two local companies – OceanLabs Seychelles and Kingsgate Electronics – to pioneer locally-made conservation technology. Two devices have been co-designed and co-produced entirely in Seychelles, namely NEST (Nest Electronic Surveillance of Turtles) and DREAM (Diver Reef Evaluation Assisted Monitoring). An innovative microwave internet carrier installed to transfer large amounts
Authors: Jennifer O’Leary et al. The WIOMPAN Regional Exchange workshop held on the 1st to the 4th of November 2023 in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, highlighted several key priorities for the region. In collaboration with various partners, including the Nairobi Convention, the Minderoo Foundation, the World Conservation Society (WCS), WIOMSA, IUCN, Fauna and Flora International, the MIHARI
We are thrilled to share insights from the groundbreaking research paper submitted to the Nairobi Convention for the Science to Policy meeting held in Maputo, Mozambique, from December 5th to 7th, 2023. Authored by a distinguished team including Maya Pfaff, Annika Mackensen, Stephen Kirkman, Hugh Govan, Estradivari, Vatosoa Rakotondrazafy, Carina Martens, Deidre de Vos, and
The Seychelles Parks and Gardens Authority (SPGA) has launched and adopted its first ever Research Strategic Plan. The aim of the Plan is to provide insight, guidance and details with regards to research and conservation activities to be implemented by SPGA, together with the support of its local, regional and international partners. The introduction of
In a stride toward marine conservation, a guidebook has been unveiled, illuminating the path for local governments in the Philippines. Crafted around the influential Systematic Conservation Planning (SCP) framework developed by Margules and Pressey in 2000, this guidebook stands as a testament to collaborative efforts, scientific innovation, and a shared vision for a sustainable future.
In a world where the oceans are at a critical crossroads, Enric Sala emerges as a guiding light in the realm of ocean conservation. The captivating story of his journey unfolds in a recent article by TIME Magazine, offering profound insights into the challenges and solutions that lie beneath the waves. Exploring a Visionary’s Perspective
