Community and Society
Is Ecotourism Truly ‘Eco’ Friendly in Belize?
The term 'ecotourism' can be a questionable one in practice. St. John's College Junior College student Aidan Villanueva asks, "Is Ecotourism Truly 'Eco' Friendly in Belize?"
Conservation
San Pedro joins Hands Across the Sand 2019
Organized by Oceana Belize in the country, the activity highlights issues that threaten Belize’s marine life, while encouraging Belizeans at home and abroad to love and protect Belize’s unique marine wealth for future generations to come.
Conservation
Reef Fest 2019 Coastal Cleanup a success, says Hol Chan Marine Reserve
Once again, a group of volunteers devoted their Saturday morning to join Hol Chan's Coastal Cleanup which removed tons of harmful garbage from the lagoon and coast of Ambergris Caye.
Conservation
Hol Chan Marine Reserve 2019 Reef Fest opens with Reef Fair
With a fun and informative Reef Fair, Hol Chan Marine Reserve's 2019 Reef Fest kicked off under the theme “Our Reef, Our Life, Our Responsibility. Get involved”
Conservation
ACES relocates another Anteater on Ambergris Caye
When hotel employees found an anteater wandering its grounds, they called ACES and with the aid of Saga Humane Society, were able to relocated the displaced animal.
Business & Economy
No more fishing licenses for Guatemalans with Belizean documents
After numerous reports of excessive and illegal fishing, approximately 38 Guatemalan fishermen will not have their license renewed to fish the southern waters of Belize, particularly around the Sarstoon River area.
Conservation
Belize Fisheries Department annouces closure of Queen Conch Season 2019
Restaurateurs and the Public are asked to use, consume and dispose of all Queen Conch meat in their possession on or before April 30th, 2019 as the season will close on that date due to the realization of the Queen Conch quota.
Business & Economy
Fisheries traceability increases sustainable profits
The Fisheries Department and The Nature Conservancy have partnered with the Coop to use this digital system to monitor the harvest of lobster, conch and other fish to avoid overfishing, and ensure the maturity of the product that is harvested.