Business & Economy
Zika Situation in Belize – An Update
Although new and compelling factors may indicate the presence of Zika, the Ministry is still not able to declare that there is a first local transmission case of Zika in Belize.
Environment
2015 shows increase of 34 turtle nests on Ambergris Caye
After a low number of turtle nests in 2014, the reptiles were in full nesting mode during 2015, lining the beaches of Ambergris Caye with their buried nests.
Environment
Koop Sheet Metal takes the 2016 La Ruta Maya Belize River Challenge
Koop Sheet Metal logged 17:08:46 total, winning all 4 legs of the La Ruta Maya River Challenge to take home the championship for 2016!
Environment
Ambergris Caye beaches at risk; beach reclamation is the way to go!
The council has committed to work along with the local residents to come up with different methods to keep and revive the beaches of Ambergris Caye.
Conservation
Staple fish species population declining
Restaurateurs are voicing concerns over the difficulties in obtaining certain fish species that were once bountiful, such as grouper and snapper.
Environment
Caye Caulker hosts first Lionfish Derby
The first ever Lionfish Derby in Caye Caulker took place on Saturday, February 13th and was organized and founded by the Barrier Reef Sports Bar and Grill along with Oceana Wave Maker volunteer Lynne Harris.
Environment
Fishing Managed Access Program Consultation held in San Pedro
On Wednesday, February 3rd the first ‘Fishing Managed Access Program Consultation’ was held in San Pedro Town at the Lions Den.
Environment
Conservation community plans exciting events for Reef Week 2016
Reef Week 2016 is being organized under the theme, "Not just my reef, it's our way of life!"