Conservation
Island students learn about the MOU for cultural protection and preservation
A small delegation from the Public Affairs section of the United States Embassy in Belize and personnel from the Institute of Archeology, met with students from the San Pedro Junior College on Wednesday, February 21st, to host a presentation on the upcoming renewal of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between both countries addressing cultural protection and preservation.
Conservation
Roni Martinez is the 2018 James A Waight Award Honoree
Since 1987, the Belize Audubon Society (BAS) has bestowed a deserving individual or organization with the James A. Waight Award every February 16th. The award highlights the positive work done to protect and enhance Belize’s conservation, and this year’s awardee is none other than Roni Martinez.
Business & Economy
Lobster season officially closed: Fisheries indicates a productive season
On, Thursday, February 15th The Belize Fisheries Department officially announced the closing season for Spiny Lobster.
Conservation
School children learn about crocodiles with ACES
The students at The Island Academy (TIA) enjoyed an interactive lesson on Crocodiles on Tuesday, February 6th courtesy of the American Crocodile Education Sanctuary (ACES) team.
Conservation
Mountain Bike Adventure to be filmed in Belize
A mountain bike adventured will be filmed by European Nature Trust in hopes of advocating the protection of the rich diversity of wildlife in Belize.
Conservation
Belize Barrier Reef report card shows ‘fair’ improvement
A most anticipated report card for the Meso-American Barrier Reef, with most of its extension along the coast of Belize, was officially presented on Wednesday, January 10th.
Conservation
The Orange-breasted Falcon, a species in peril or a bright future?
The country of Belize is blessed with some of the most amazing animals on the planet, and in some instances, we are the...
Conservation
Authorities weigh in on artisan suspected of selling products made from manatee remains
Environmental authorities on the island are following reports of an artisan who is allegedly selling products made from the remains of manatee.