Conservation
Sea Cucumber fishing license delayed issued for 2014
2014 fishing licenses for Sea Cucumbers (Holothuroidea) will not be issued on January as scheduled. In a press release sent out on December 27,...
Conservation
Sea Cucumber License
PRESS RELEASEBelmopan. December 27, 2013. The Fisheries Department hereby informs the PUBLIC that no Sea Cucumber fishing license or Sea Cucumber export license will be...
Business & Economy
Conch shell souvenirs require a permit for exportation
Conch shell souvenirs are in abundance in Belize and they are among some of the most beautiful keepsakes found at local artisan booths and...
Conservation
Students participate in Kids Meet Sharks Writing and Arts Competition
Over the past few years, the Wild Life Conservation Society has been spearheading the Gulf and Caribbean Sharks and Rays Program in various parts...
Conservation
Two more jaguar hides confiscated by Belize Forestry Department in San Pedro
A joint operation between the Belize Forestry Department and San Pedro Police Department has led to the discovery of two illegal jaguar hides. The...
Conservation
Jaguar hide recovered off San Pedro Town streets
The jaguar, scientifically known as Panthera Onca, is an endangered species and is protected in Belize. So when a volunteer for a wildlife conservation...
Conservation
ReefCI receives Global recognition at the World Responsible Tourism Awards.
Highly commended for Best for Responsible Wildlife Experiences goes to Marine conservation organization ReefCI at the 2013 10th Annual World Responsible Tourism Awards. The winners...
Conservation
Caye Kids Have Close Encounters of the Shark Kind!
Students from 3 primary schools were able to join the Belize Shark Project with Dr. Rachel Graham, becoming scientists for a day as they learned the sciences and techniques involved in monitoring sharks and rays.