FCD’s Citizen Science Program begins with three volunteers in the first cohort.
The Citizen Science Program at FCD has kicked off this week. Three volunteers of this year’s first Citizen Science cohort have left for two weeks in the Chiquibul to conduct scarlet macaw biomonitoring. One of the three volunteers, Sandro Mueller, who is returning for the second time, presented to FCD’s Programs Director a book titled […]
Belize Forest Department and FCD conduct aerial reconnaissance over the Vaca Forest Reserve
With much urgency an overflight, with Belize Forest Department and FCD personnel, was conducted over the Vaca Forest Reserve to assess the forest fires reported by Rangers and local farmers. The aerial recce confirms that dozens of fires are spread out throughout the reserve and nearby farms. The impact is high. Both the Forest Department […]
In 1989 scientists discovered in the Chiquibul Cave System a skeleton of an extinct Florida Cave Bear species.
It’s Wild Wonder Wednesday! In 1989 scientists discovered in the Chiquibul Cave System (CCS) a skeleton of an extinct bear species (Florida Cave Bear – Tremarctos floridanus). The remains date back to the glacial Pleistocene Era (2.5 million to 12,000 years ago. The presence of the now-extinct species in the CCS is shrouded in mystery.
105 students taught about the Chiquibul National Park
A total of 105 Succotz RC students were educated on FCD’s efforts in the Chiquibul National Park. Students learned about FCD’s programs, conservation efforts, and the Chiquibul Cave System findings. FCD is committed to making a positive impact on the environment and the communities we serve.
FCD Research and the Scarlet Macaw Population
🍃The FCD Research Team participated in a four day exchange visit with WCS Guatemala, where they got to see firsthand the Scarlet Macaw population management and in-situ laboratory work that WCS is performing in El Lago Peru, Laguna Del Tigre National Park, Peten, Guatemala. FCD remains committed to the conservation of the Chiquibul Macaws, the […]
FCD Visits Vaca Plateau with the Belize Forest Department Officer
🌿During the month of March, FCD’s Environmental Educator along with the Belize Forest Department Officer Mr. Joshua Marin, conducted a series of educational farm visits in the Vaca Plateau, Cayo District with farmers who were sensitized and reminded of the importance of preventing forest fires, following all preventative guidelines and to practice no burning. During […]
FCD Has Been Conducting One Health Sensitizing Sessions
🌿 Funded by GIZ Selva Maya, FCD has been conducting sensitizing sessions on the concept of One Health. This time, a session was led by Dr. Marvin Manzanero for Governmental authorities, which brought together representatives from the Customs and Immigration Department, Police Department, and BAHA. From Guatemala representation was from CONAP, Ministry of Agriculture, and […]
Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve
Exploring the Beauty & Wonders of the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve in Belize Introduction: An Overview of the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve The Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve in Belize is a stunning and diverse landscape of lush pine forests, rivers, waterfalls, and caves. It is a popular tourist destination due to its […]
A Guide to the Research Station in Belize’s Tropical Jungle
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The Complete Guide to Chiquibul Forest Reserve, Belize
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