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ACES Wildlife Rescue
Conservation
ACES Wildlife Rescue Continues to Provide Critical Care for Injured Wildlife
ACES Wildlife Rescue in San Pedro has been responding to injured and displaced native animals across the Northern Cayes through a dedicated rehabilitation and release program that has served Ambergris Caye and Caye Caulker since 2010. Operating as a non-profit permitted by the Belize Forest Department, the organization provides 24-hour emergency response and long-term care for wildlife affected by human activity and habitat loss.
Community and Society
Cluckington Challenge Raises $10,000 for ACES Wildlife Rescue
Ambergris Caye’s community rallied for the fourth annual Cluckington Challenge on Saturday, March 7, 2026, in San Pedro Town. The island-wide putt-putt golf event featured eight bars hosting creative 18-hole courses. Players navigated the mini-golf challenge across different venues, raising $10,000 for ACES Wildlife Rescue, the only rescue, rehabilitation, and release center serving wildlife in the northern Cayes.
Community and Society
ACES Raises Over $1,100 With Valentine’s “Heal Your Heartbreak” Croc Feeding Fundraiser
ACES Wildlife Rescue, a registered nonprofit and one of Belize’s largest wildlife sanctuaries, hosted a quirky Valentine’s Day fundraiser in San Pedro, drawing donors with a crocodile-sized twist on heartbreak. The event, titled “Heal Your Heartbreak,” ran during the first two weeks of February at the ACES sanctuary, located just south of Grand Caribe. Sponsors purchased a dead chicken, named it after an ex, and received a video of it being fed to one of the sanctuary’s crocodiles. The initiative raised over $1,100 to support ACES’ rescue operations.
Community and Society
SAGA and ACES Hold Holiday Fundraisers to Sustain Vital Animal and Wildlife Services
As 2025 ends, two of Ambergris Caye’s most essential animal-welfare organizations, SAGA Humane Society and ACES Wildlife Rescue, are appealing to the community for support through their annual fundraising initiatives. Both nonprofits play crucial roles in maintaining the island’s health, safety, and environmental balance, yet neither receives government funding. Their year-end campaigns aim to secure the resources needed to continue operations into the new year.
Community and Society
ACES Relocates Crocodiles, Urges Public Awareness Amid Sightings
San Pedro’s wildlife organization, ACES Wildlife Rescue, is responding to a surge in crocodile sightings. The most recent case was reported on September 9th in the Secret Beach Area, raising concerns among residents, tourists, and business owners. In response, ACES has stepped up efforts to safely relocate the animals and educate the public, aiming to balance crocodile conservation with community safety.
Conservation
Understanding Human Involvement in Sea Turtle Hatchling Rescues
The sea turtle nesting season is underway, and the eastern beaches of San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, are a favored nesting site for these magnificent marine creatures. While most nests are typically reported along the remote northern beaches of the island, a recent discovery brought sea turtle activity much closer to town. On the night of July 23rd, residents north of downtown San Pedro spotted baby sea turtles emerging from a nest and alerted authorities.
Conservation
Rare Sea Turtle Nest Discovered Near Downtown San Pedro
On Wednesday night, July 23rd, residents just north of San Pedro Town reported the sighting of baby sea turtles on the beach. Approximately 139 hatchlings had emerged but appeared disoriented. The ACES Wildlife Rescue team was first contacted and, in turn, reached out to the Hol Chan Marine Reserve, which oversees a sea turtle conservation program. Under Hol Chan’s guidance, the hatchlings were rescued. They are now in the care of the Reserve and will be safely released into the sea in the coming days.
Education
San Pedro Roman Catholic Primary School Hosts Education Fair
On Friday, May 30th, the San Pedro Roman Catholic Primary School hosted an education expo showcasing a variety of island initiatives, local businesses, and engaging activities for students. The event featured booths from financial institutions, environmental organizations, and government agencies. Held from 9AM to midday, the fair welcomed students from various class levels, who interacted with exhibitors and participated in hands-on learning experiences.