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Preparing a Regional Strategy to Conserve the Manatee of Southern Mesoamerica

Grantee Name: Fundación Amigos del Río San Juan

Hotspot
Mesoamerica
Location
Costa Rica
Amount
$10,000
Dates
Dec 2006 – Jun 2007
Keywords
Species Conservation

Forge an alliance of local and U.S.-based scientists dedicated to the manatee conservation in order to develop a regional strategy to conserve this species. The grant will fund the establishment of a tri-national commission for manatee conservation, field work, stakeholder consultations and development of a regional strategy.

Strategic Direction :

3 Promote awareness and conservation of flagship species

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