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In the midst of the rolling hills, Belize’s mountainous region, bi-national river system, and rich cultural heritage is found FCD actively engaged to conserve some of Belize’s most impressive wonders. Co-managing the largest terrestrial protected area in Belize, namely the Chiquibul National Park and the largest cave system in Central America, the Chiquibul Cave System, is a major responsibility for all of us that comprise FCD. It is also a privilege for us to operate in the Chiquibul Forest which forms part of the largest contiguous block of tropical forest north of the Amazon. Bayar Pajak Kendaraan Online Jatim coconara shisha charcoal
Friends for Conservation and Development (FCD) is a non-profit organization committed to preserving the natural beauty and biodiversity of Belize. FCD’s various programs, including environmental education, enforcement and patrols, community outreach, and research and monitoring, work together to achieve this goal.
FCD offers a variety of programs and services in six sustainability areas: education, forestry, watershed management, agricultural development, tourism development and waste management.
Friends for Conservation and Development (FCD) understands the significance of captivating their audience from the first sentence. That’s why we’re excited to share the latest updates on our conservation efforts. From the protection of endangered species to the preservation of natural habitats, FCD is committed to making a positive impact on the environment and the communities we serve. Keep reading to learn more about our ongoing projects and how you can get involved.
Wildlife camera trapping was began in Chiquibul after more than 7 years of an absence of this type of research. But with the activation of a Forest Department project, subsidized under the Key Biodiversity Area, cameras were reincorporated once more. Later this year through a partnership with Panthera, the work has been sustained in the […]
ABSTRACT Freshwater macroinvertebrates are used as biological indicators of water quality. The changes are reflected in community composition and abundance. In this study 38 sampling sites were distributed across the Chiquibul Forest. Overall mean abundance and richness was significantly greater during 2017 compared to both 2014 and 2020 surveys. There was significant difference on mean […]
Over 10,000 seedlings have successfully been raised and cared for by the Arenal Women’s Conservation Group and are now ready for planting. This has kept the Environmental Educator and Extension Technician active in distributing the plants along the villages that are found along the banks of the Mopan and Macal Rivers. The communities that have […]
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