No seagrass, no fish. No fish, no guiding.
For fly-fishing guide Eworth Garbutt, healthy seagrass means healthy flats, thriving fisheries, and livelihoods for generations to come.
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In #Belize, fishing supports over 15,000 Belizeans and countless households.
#Fishers deserve a voice in shaping those decisions because they know our waters, depend on them, and have a stake in protecting their future.
September 1st marks the start of Belize's national celebrations! ๐ง๐ฟ ๐
It's a time to celebrate our country's independence and renew our commitment, as a unified people, to continue working towards a thriving nation.
Happy September celebrations, Belize! ๐ง๐ฟ
Sustainable fisheries is about protecting the entire marine ecosystem. By supporting responsible fishing practices, we help ensure healthy oceans, thriving communities, and seafood for generations to come.
How does the flame scallop escape predators? ๐ญ
No claws, no teeth, no venom โ but flame scallops have a trick: they swim! When crabs, shrimp or sea stars close in, they clap their shells repeatedly, jetting water to dart away. No fight, just flight. ๐ฅ๐
Happy #humpday from #Belize! ๐ง๐ฟ
#DYK? Belize has over 400 islands (locally known as cayes) dotted along its coast. Many of them are uninhabited and surrounded by coral reefs, mangroves, seagrass beds, and diverse marine life. ๐ ๐๏ธ
During Ocean Action Month, every step you take - no matter how small - adds up to protect our blue planet. Speaking up for the health of our sea is more important than ever before! Join Oceana and use your voice to call for meaningful change right now ๐ https://t.co/ldq1Ea3ZyR
This #WorldOceansDay, we celebrate the beauty and abundance of our sea while recognizing our shared responsibility to protect it. Letโs do our part to safeguard the sea we call home, for ourselves and for future generations. ๐๐
#Silversides may be small, but their beauty is hard to miss. These slender fish travel in dazzling, synchronized schools, their bright silver stripes flashing as they weave through freshwater and coastal waters. In #Belize, they're a popular choice for bait. ๐ฃ
From above, Belize is a mosaic of blues and greens: coral reefs, mangrove islands & seagrass beds woven together to sustain marine life and coastal communities. ๐๐ฟ #WaterWednesday#Belize
Somewhere in #Belize this morning, there was a fisher reading the wind, watching the water, and casting before the sun was fully up. Before the seafood reaches your plate, it passes through their hands. This Ocean Action Month, let's stand with fishers: https://t.co/PyqcBzpCfP
#POV Youโre snorkelling in #Belize and got caught in traffic. ๐ฆ๐
#DYK Healthy fish populations help maintain the balance of ecosystems, ensuring our oceans stay vibrant. Protecting them is protecting ourselves. ๐ ๐
Belize's reefs and mangroves are vital to our communities and economy. This #WorldEnvironmentDay, let's renew our commitment to protecting our environment through our choices, policies, and actions. ๐ฑ๐
That fish you spotted on your last dive or snorkel? ๐ ๐คฟ Itโs helping keep Belizeโs reef healthy. Beneath the surface, marine life works together to keep the ecosystem thriving. Dive into our latest blog to meet 5 marine animals protecting the reef!
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