A 10-year study conducted by Ebiil Society, a non-governmental civil organization based in Ngarchelong State, showed an alarming decline in seafood catch, particularly of nearshore species used by locals as food and subsistence income source. In a presentation to Palau’s national leaders, Ann Singeo, Director of Ebiil Society reported that their study shows a drastic […]
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Remengesau: Decision on endangered fish to be based on science
President Tommy Remengesau said he will rely on scientific evidence before he makes a decision on a proposed bill that will allow for a two -month fishing season for adult Napoleon Wrasse and adult Bumphead Parrot Fish for personal consumption. He also told local reporters on Wednesday that while he recognizes the cultural significance of the […]
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1,959 people and counting signed petition to protect Napoleon Wrasse and Humphead Parrotfish
A petition created by a woman named Christina Hepburn circulating around Facebook with the intention of protecting Napoleon Wrasse and Humphead Parrotfish has accumulated 1,959 signatures and counting. Olbiil Era Kelulau passed a bill recently proposing to amend the total ban on harvest of adult Napoleon Wrasse and Humphead Parrotfish allowing for a 2 month […]
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Overfishing of the world’s major tuna stocks going down, by catch and pollution reduced
ROME, 30 JANUARY 2020 (FAO) — A five-year, $50-million Global Environment Facility (GEF)-funded programme rolled out by the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) and partners has made remarkable progress in protecting international waters’ biodiversity by rendering fishing in these waters less harmful to several marine species, including sea turtles and tuna. The Common Oceans ABNJ […]
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Researchers from University of Queenslandto give talk on cryptic speciesand coral reef food webs at PICRC
“Are cryptic species in coral rubble habitat supporting reef fisheries production?” This is the question that marine biologist Dr. Kenny Wolfe, of the University of Queensland in Brisbane, Australia, is trying to answer as he conducts his research in collaboration with the Palau International Coral Reef Center (PICRC). “Cryptic species” is the term that refers […]
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Authorities aim full prosecution of persons liable for ‘finning’ sharks: Chief
Marine Law Enforcement (DMLE) Chief Victor Remengesau said that their aim is to have the full prosecution of those who will be found liable for ‘finning’ sharks in Palau’s diving sites. Chief Victor, in an interview, said that that they have already talked to the Koror State Rangers about the incident but have so far […]