For the first time in 55 years, the elusive New Britain Goshawk has been snapped in PNG, providing a vital boost to conservation efforts for this vulnerable species, whilst WWF calls for more support for local communities driving these conservation efforts
Tag: Conservation
Forum SG Waqa emphasises unified efforts in regional Ocean Governance and BBNJ Implementation
Forum SG Waqa emphasised the critical role of ocean governance and regional cooperation, highlighting ongoing efforts to implement the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent and the importance of the BBNJ Treaty
Tiny Niue leads Ocean Conservation: New National Geographic documentary
Despite its small size, Niue is leading the way in ocean conservation with its ambitious marine protection initiatives, now featured in National Geographic’s documentary “Protecting Paradise: The Story of Niue.”
Study reveals neighbours are factors to scaling Indigenous-led conservation
Research in Fiji shows that support from environmental organisations, local committees, and trust-building efforts are crucial in expanding Indigenous-led conservation, showing valuable insights for global conservation efforts amidst climate and biodiversity crises
The Cook Islands, on the cusp of making conservation history for the Pacific Islands region
Cook Islands is applying for the Takitumu Conservation Area to be recognised as an ‘Other Effective area-based Conservation Measure’ marking an important step in Pacific Islands conservation efforts
Conserving Hope: Nadogo District declares islands as turtle sanctuaries to revive endangered populations
The communities of Nadogo District formally declared the islands of Nukuvadra and Katawaqa as community protected areas and turtle sanctuaries to revive endangered hawksbill turtles population
New report highlights recommendations for strengthening the management and conservation of sea turtles in Vanuatu
A newly launched report provides key recommendations to help Vanuatu strengthen its efforts in managing and conserving five sea turtles listed by the IUCN as threatened species
Malekula’s Marine Turtle Community Conservation
Malekula’s Marine Turtle Community are working together to develop a sea turtle management plan which promotes the way we are protecting our environment with our custom and culture
Fish wardens combat illegal fishing in Fiji’s Vatu-i-Ra Marine Conservation Park
Fish wardens are hoping to be equipped with more patrol boats to boost monitoring and surveillance in Fiji’s Vatu-i-Ra Marine Conservation Park
Saving Vulnerable Inshore Dolphins in Southern Papua New Guinea
Local communities in PNG are working with researchers to help monitor and conserve two endangered inshore dolphins who face threats from local fishers in the area