Four hydrologically linked caves totalling approximately 149.7 hectares in length.
The Chiquibul Cave System is a system of four hydrologically linked caves totalling approximately 149.7 hectares in length. Explorations conducted in the 80s have revealed that the cave system starts in Belize’s Chiquibul Forest but ends in Guatemala. The section in Guatemala is known as Xibalba. FCD has partnered with Atlas Arqueológico (AA) from Guatemala […]
Inventory of the Chiquibul Cave System (CCS) finalized.
With the inventory of the Chiquibul Cave System (CCS) finalized, FCD’s Cultural Heritage Technician took an opportunity to update staff from the Institute of Archaeology (IA) on the status of the CCS and the Karst Management Unit participated on a field trip to recover cultural artefacts. FCD has a co-management agreement with IA since 2008 […]
BID ANNOUNCEMENT
FCD is accepting bids for the construction of a cement concrete staff dorm sizes 18.5’ x 18.1’ to include male and female bathroom, shower, kitchenette and main bedroom. Interested parties can call 823-2657 or write fcd@btl.net to request for plan design and specifications. Construction is to occur at the main FCD headquarters in San Jose […]
It’s Wild Wonder Wednesday!
It’s Wild Wonder Wednesday! Today, we dive into the fascinating world of the Small-spotted Cat-eyed Snake species. These remarkable creatures are primarily active at night, making them skilled nocturnal hunters. Their preferred targets consist of a variety of creatures such as frogs, frog eggs, lizards, and salamanders. Adults grow up to 87 cm (34 in) […]
Cooma Cairn Ranger Outpost Upgraded.
With the participation of the Forest Department, Bull Run Overseas Limited, BATSUB and FCD, an inaugural event was held today at Cooma Cairn for the extension of the Cooma Cairn Ranger Outpost. FCD Rangers now have a more spacious area to operate from. FCD is thankful to the Forest Department and BATSUB for making this […]
The citizen science program is well underway.
The citizen science program is well underway. We can safely say that the effort by these volunteers help protect the scarlet macaws and help increase the wild populations in the Chiquibul. FCD remains grateful of their support.
Successfully farmers meeting in the Vaca Forest Reserve.
The FCD Extension Technician successfully convened a farmers meeting in the Vaca Forest Reserve. It was resolved to call in a special session of the Friends of the Vaca Forest Reserve in order to elect new Committee members. It is expected that a new committee will help strengthen governance in the reserve which will lead […]
“FCD commences an 8-Month Project Supported by the Canada Fund for Local Initiative (CLI)”
With the financial assistance from the Canada Fund for Local Initiative (CLI), FCD is embarking on an 8 month project to promote a dialogue and support between hotspot communities along the Belize-Guatemala Adjacency Zone whilst fomenting confidence building and reducing the incidences of forest fires. Annually the threats of cross border fires into Belize’s Chiquibul-Maya […]
FCD Staff Participate in forest fire trainings provided by the US Forest Service International Programs.
FCD’s very own Douglas Monroy has been undertaking a set of forest fire trainings provided by the US Forest Service International Programs. He has recently concluded the courses on “Preparedness and Response to Urban Interface Fire” and “Human Factors in the Response to Wildland Fires”. FCD congratulates him as he advances into other courses. We […]
Did you know that the Chiquibul Cave System is home to the Blind Cave Crab (Typhlopseudothelphusa acanthochela)?
It’s Wild Wonder Wednesday! Did you know that the Chiquibul Cave System is home to the Blind Cave Crab (Typhlopseudothelphusa acanthochela)? This remarkable creature has adapted to its dark environment making its senses heightened by relying on touch and smell. The adaptation to the cave has also led to the loss of under-use senses which […]