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Community-Based Conservation Program for Octopus Fisheries in South Sulawesi, Indonesia

Grantee Name: Yayasan Konservasi Laut Indonesia

Hotspot
Wallacea
Location
Indonesia
Amount
$63,499
Dates
Apr 2021 – Oct 2022
Keywords
Community-based conservation, Conservation planning, Fisheries, Habitat conservation and management, Livelihoods, Marine, Species Conservation

Promote improved management of the octopus fishery on two small islands approximately 15 miles off the coast of Makassar in South Sulawesi. Through better management of the Kapoposang-Pangkep-Bulurokeng marine area, reduce threats to two globally threatened sharks: silky shark and scalloped hammerhead.

Strategic Direction :

4 Strengthen community-based action to protect marine species and sites

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