Sea Turtle CensusIn order to conduct a census of sea turtles in Belize several programs were launched that rely on persons living and working along the coast to make regular reports on their observations at sea and along the shore.
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The hawksbill turtle is one of the most endangered sea turtles in the world, but the most abundant in Belize! Photo Linda Searle
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The Sea Turtle Census includes the In-Water and Nesting Beach Observation Programs where marine guides and coastal property owners record their observations of sea turtles under the Adopt A Reef and Adopt A Beach programs. Reports received of stranded sea turtles are also included, as are questionnaires which measure stakeholder knowledge of sea turtles and impacts of climate change on the coastal environment.
To achieve this census we are relying on interested business and individuals to become supporters and volunteers in the project activities. Please consider Adopting A Beach or Adopting A Reef today and help us gather information on sea turtle abundance in Belize! |
New from 2012From 2011 |
