FMB protects the unique fauna and flora of Maio Island (Cabo Verde) and at the same time creates opportunities and long-term benefits for its people through sustainable & eco-friendly economic development.FMB runs projects in 4 major areas, which we call our "Programs": (1) Turtle Protection, (2) Marine Conservation, (3) Terrestrial Conservation, (4) Sustainable Development & Ecotourism.Our projects are characterized by community-based strategies, strong scientific foundations and extensive outreach campaigns. Below are a few examples of activities in each Program. Please do no hesitate to contact us if you would like to learn more.(1) Turtle Protection: we protect and monitor endangered loggerhead turtles. We have decreased turtle poaching from 43% to less than 7% in 5 years. From 2016 onwards, we've also been carrying out research in order to improve our knowledge on mortality, breeding success and population connectivity.(2) Marine Conservation: we founded and support the "Guardians of the Sea," 20 volunteer fishermen who monitor Maio's Marine Protected Areas for illegal activities. This project is now being replicated on Sal, Brava and Boavista Islands.(3) Terrestrial Conservation: we work with the authorities for better management and law enforcement of the Protected Areas. We also have conservation and research projects on birds (e.g. Kentish plover, white-faced storm petrel) and endemic reptiles.(4) Sustainable Development & Ecotourism: training local eco-guides; developing our "Homestay" system where tourists stay with families in villages to experience Cabo Verdean lifestyle while providing direct income to the women leading these households; writing a book that inventories and describes the natural and cultural heritage of Maio.
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Employee Count: 14
Keywords: renewables & environment