A moratorium on fishing sharks declared in 2011 has left the country without much data on populations and distributions of sharks and rays (collectively known as elasmobranchs). Working locally with traditional fishers, coastal and indigenous communities, we focus on generating information necessary for management and decision-making through collaborative research and monitoring, capacity building, income diversification, and outreach.

The secret life of mangroves: exploring the rich biodiversity of these ecosystems
Mangroves constitute one of the most productive and valuable coastal ecosystems on the planet. Their presence extends into tropical and subtropical intertidal zones, mainly along