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Raising youth awareness on in situ conservation is key for nurturing future environmental stewards. Teaching them about protecting species in their natural habitats empowers them to grasp the link between ecosystems, biodiversity, and human welfare.
This realisation sparked a collaborative journey with Repton school Dubai to create a unique podcast with one aim; to let the youth narrate our conservation stories in their language, filled with passion and emotion aimed at inspiring their peers.
February 26, 2025
The Kangaroo rat has a unique appearance, with its distinctive hind legs significantly longer than its front, giving it a resemblance to a kangaroo. However, its tale of survival is even more remarkable. Once thought to be extinct for 30...January 29, 2025
This month, we learn of an incredible tale of a petrel in Bermuda, which was thought to be extinct for over 300 years! Thanks to Nonsuch Expeditions, along with the support of the MBZ Fund and Dolphin Energy, JP Rouja...December 18, 2024
This episode of Conservation Calls is especially meaningful! It celebrates 15 years of species conservation, featuring some words of wisdom from our amazing grant recipients. The highlight of the podcast is a powerful poem titled “If the Fund Had a...November 11, 2024
This episode focuses on the important story of owl conservation in the stunning Wadi Wurayah National Park in Fujairah, featuring the elusive and extremely rare Omani Owl as the star. Join Park Ranger Sami Majeed and our Repton podcast...September 26, 2024
This episode of MBZ’s Conservation Calls is roaring with excitement as we explore how Panthera and project partner Sintas Indonesia are mitigating human-wild cat conflict in the Leuser Ecosystem. This UNESCO World Heritage site is a vast area where humans...August 26, 2024
In this episode, we’re diving into the awesome world of the Western Leopard Toad! Nature Connect in South Africa has come up with a brilliant plan to protect this fascinating and endangered species. Get ready to uncover all the exciting...July 24, 2024
Get ready for an epic podcast adventure filled with intrigue and a hint of enigma! This time, we're diving into the world of the rare and elusive - the African manatees. Join us as we uncover the unique collaboration between...June 27, 2024
This episode features an incredible story of how Asociación Armonía is working to protect the critically endangered Red-fronted Macaws in Bolivia. With only 1,200 individuals left, they are implementing various initiatives like safeguarding breeding cliffs, adding nesting boxes, and restoring...June 3, 2024
This episode dives into the incredible journey of an MBZF-supported project. The National Tropical Botanical Garden are using cutting-edge technology, to rediscover plants once thought extinct in the most remote and hard-to-reach places on the Island of Hawaii. It’s a...April 5, 2024
Raising youth awareness on in situ conservation is key for nurturing future environmental stewards. Teaching them about protecting species in their natural habitats empowers them to grasp the link between ecosystems, biodiversity, and human welfare. This realisation sparked a collaborative...
The distribution of the Tucacas Killifish, also known as the rain fish, is among the smallest and most geographically restricted of all continental coastal drainages in Venezuela, having been collected from only in few sites despite numerous sampling efforts in the plains (Taphorn & Rodríguez-Olarte 2008, 2015).
With support from the MBZ Fund, Professor Douglas Rodríguez Olarte and his team are undertaking a comprehensive assessment of the Tucacas Killifish’s habitat. Their efforts include identifying and mapping aquatic habitats through field surveys and remote sensing, as well as sampling these habitats to analyze their spatio-temporal variations. Additionally, they aim to determine the species’ global distribution and population status by conducting counts, littoral transects and creating a photographic and video database for each habitat.
This project represents a crucial initiative to enhance the global status and conservation of the Tucacas Killifish in Venezuela’s coastal plains.
#mbzfund #conservation #speciesconservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #fish #sustainability #uae #Venezuela #wildlife #nature #animals #support #environment
The distribution of the Tucacas Killifish, also known as the rain fish, is among the smallest and most geographically restricted of all continental coastal drainages in Venezuela, having been collected from only in few sites despite numerous sampling efforts in the plains (Taphorn & Rodríguez-Olarte 2008, 2015).
With support from the MBZ Fund, Professor Douglas Rodríguez Olarte and his team are undertaking a comprehensive assessment of the Tucacas Killifish’s habitat. Their efforts include identifying and mapping aquatic habitats through field surveys and remote sensing, as well as sampling these habitats to analyze their spatio-temporal variations. Additionally, they aim to determine the species’ global distribution and population status by conducting counts, littoral transects and creating a photographic and video database for each habitat.
This project represents a crucial initiative to enhance the global status and conservation of the Tucacas Killifish in Venezuela’s coastal plains.
#mbzfund #conservation #speciesconservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #fish #sustainability #uae #Venezuela #wildlife #nature #animals #support #environment
The Isthmohyla treefrogs, native to the highland regions of Costa Rica and Panama, face significant threats due to habitat loss, disease, and climate change. With the support of MBZ Fund, researcher Wagner Chaves-Acuña from the Museo Argentino de Ciencias Naturales “Bernardino Rivadavia” and the University of Buenos Aires in Argentina aims to monitor and protect populations of four endangered species of Isthmohyla: I. debilis, I. pictipes, I. rivularis, and I. tica.
Wagner and his team are monitoring frog populations at ten sites, focusing on adult frogs, juveniles, and tadpoles. This research has illuminated key aspects of their reproductive phenology and natural history, which are vital for conservation efforts. Interestingly, the exact egg-laying sites remain unknown, though researchers speculate they might be in rock crevices.
They are also conducting taxonomic and phylogenetic studies to enhance understanding of diversity and evolutionary relationships. These insights will not only clarify their identities and distributions but also inform conservation strategies, potentially redefining their known ranges.
Lastly, they are collecting swab samples to test for the fungal pathogen Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis, which poses a threat to amphibian populations globally. Assessing the health of these frogs is crucial for effective disease management and the prevention of population declines.
📸 Thomas Calleja
📸 Wagner Chaves-Acuna
#worldfrogday #MBZFund #conservation, #endangeredspecies #biodiversity #nature #animals #uae #CostaRica #Panama, #FrogConservation #Isthmohyla #Ecology #Evolution #EnvironmentalEducation #Frogs #CentralAmerica #Biodiversity #wildlifeconservation #stri #redlistamphibians
The Isthmohyla treefrogs, native to the highland regions of Costa Rica and Panama, face significant threats due to habitat loss, disease, and climate change. With the support of MBZ Fund, researcher Wagner Chaves-Acuña from the Museo Argentino de Ciencias Naturales “Bernardino Rivadavia” and the University of Buenos Aires in Argentina aims to monitor and protect populations of four endangered species of Isthmohyla: I. debilis, I. pictipes, I. rivularis, and I. tica.
Wagner and his team are monitoring frog populations at ten sites, focusing on adult frogs, juveniles, and tadpoles. This research has illuminated key aspects of their reproductive phenology and natural history, which are vital for conservation efforts. Interestingly, the exact egg-laying sites remain unknown, though researchers speculate they might be in rock crevices.
They are also conducting taxonomic and phylogenetic studies to enhance understanding of diversity and evolutionary relationships. These insights will not only clarify their identities and distributions but also inform conservation strategies, potentially redefining their known ranges.
Lastly, they are collecting swab samples to test for the fungal pathogen Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis, which poses a threat to amphibian populations globally. Assessing the health of these frogs is crucial for effective disease management and the prevention of population declines.
📸 Thomas Calleja
📸 Wagner Chaves-Acuna
#worldfrogday #MBZFund #conservation, #endangeredspecies #biodiversity #nature #animals #uae #CostaRica #Panama, #FrogConservation #Isthmohyla #Ecology #Evolution #EnvironmentalEducation #Frogs #CentralAmerica #Biodiversity #wildlifeconservation #stri #redlistamphibians
With a recent grant from the MBZ Fund, the Rwanda Wildlife Conservation Association successfully implemented a crucial initiative aimed at exploring new habitats to enhance the conservation of the threatened Harrison’s giant mastiff bat (Otomops harrisoni) in Rwanda. They were also able to document other cave-dwelling bat species and assess the threats facing these critical habitats, benefiting not only bats but also other species that rely on cave systems.
Beyond research, they embarked on educational outreach in schools and communities near the roosting sites. Through these efforts, they educated children about the vital role of bats in ecosystems, highlighting their ecological benefits and inspiring young minds to take conservation actions to safeguard these unique species.
The impact of this project extends beyond immediate findings, promoting a lasting appreciation for bats and their importance in maintaining ecological balance.
#MBZFund #conservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #sustainability #uae #abudhabi #bats #Batsarethebest #savingwildlife #batconservation #wildlifeconservation #Rwanda #VisitRwanda #Africa #wildlife #nature
With a recent grant from the MBZ Fund, the Rwanda Wildlife Conservation Association successfully implemented a crucial initiative aimed at exploring new habitats to enhance the conservation of the threatened Harrison’s giant mastiff bat (Otomops harrisoni) in Rwanda. They were also able to document other cave-dwelling bat species and assess the threats facing these critical habitats, benefiting not only bats but also other species that rely on cave systems.
Beyond research, they embarked on educational outreach in schools and communities near the roosting sites. Through these efforts, they educated children about the vital role of bats in ecosystems, highlighting their ecological benefits and inspiring young minds to take conservation actions to safeguard these unique species.
The impact of this project extends beyond immediate findings, promoting a lasting appreciation for bats and their importance in maintaining ecological balance.
#MBZFund #conservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #sustainability #uae #abudhabi #bats #Batsarethebest #savingwildlife #batconservation #wildlifeconservation #Rwanda #VisitRwanda #Africa #wildlife #nature
Caridina dennerli, commonly known as the Sulawesi Cardinal Shrimp, is a unique species native to Lake Matano that gained popularity among aquarists even before its formal description in 2009. Unfortunately, this species faces critical threats, including habitat destruction, invasive species, and overexploitation, leading to its listing as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
Urgent action is needed, and thanks to support from the MBZ Fund, the Zoological Community of Celebes (ZCC) launched a population survey in four key localities. Excitingly, they confirmed that C. dennerli still thrives in three sites! They also engaged local youth in eradicating invasive Flowerhorn cichlids, successfully removing 50 kg in the project’s first phase.
The next phase of the project is to host a seminar with the local community, stakeholders, and hunters around the Malili Lake System to gather support for conservation efforts aimed at saving this iconic species from extinction. Collectively, we can secure a brighter future for the Sulawesi Cardinal Shrimp!
#MBZFund #conservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #sustainability #uae #abudhabi #Indonesia #asia #Sulawesi #shrimp #animals #wildlife #nature
Caridina dennerli, commonly known as the Sulawesi Cardinal Shrimp, is a unique species native to Lake Matano that gained popularity among aquarists even before its formal description in 2009. Unfortunately, this species faces critical threats, including habitat destruction, invasive species, and overexploitation, leading to its listing as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
Urgent action is needed, and thanks to support from the MBZ Fund, the Zoological Community of Celebes (ZCC) launched a population survey in four key localities. Excitingly, they confirmed that C. dennerli still thrives in three sites! They also engaged local youth in eradicating invasive Flowerhorn cichlids, successfully removing 50 kg in the project’s first phase.
The next phase of the project is to host a seminar with the local community, stakeholders, and hunters around the Malili Lake System to gather support for conservation efforts aimed at saving this iconic species from extinction. Collectively, we can secure a brighter future for the Sulawesi Cardinal Shrimp!
#MBZFund #conservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #sustainability #uae #abudhabi #Indonesia #asia #Sulawesi #shrimp #animals #wildlife #nature
With support from the MBZ Fund, aboyerd.org has been working to conserve the endangered pangolins in Cameroon, and particularly in Mbam et Djerem National Park since 2017. The initiative involves species distribution modeling to pinpoint pangolin hotspots and validation through ground-truthing in unexplored areas.
The project aims to create a pangolin location database, updated distribution maps, and insights into their responses to climate change. In addition to conservation research, aboyerd.org fosters coexistence between pangolins and local communities by promoting sustainable livelihoods, including agroforestry, animal husbandry, and the valuation of non-timber forest products. Community involvement is further strengthened through behavioral change campaigns, school pangolin clubs, and educational activities that raise awareness about the ecological significance of pangolins and the consequences of poaching.
These efforts empower local communities to act as conservation advocates while tackling challenges such as habitat degradation and poaching. This integrated approach bridges wildlife conservation with community livelihoods for long-term sustainability.
#MBZFund #conservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #sustainability #uae #abudhabi #Cameroon #Africa #pangolin #animals #wildlife #nature
With support from the MBZ Fund, aboyerd.org has been working to conserve the endangered pangolins in Cameroon, and particularly in Mbam et Djerem National Park since 2017. The initiative involves species distribution modeling to pinpoint pangolin hotspots and validation through ground-truthing in unexplored areas.
The project aims to create a pangolin location database, updated distribution maps, and insights into their responses to climate change. In addition to conservation research, aboyerd.org fosters coexistence between pangolins and local communities by promoting sustainable livelihoods, including agroforestry, animal husbandry, and the valuation of non-timber forest products. Community involvement is further strengthened through behavioral change campaigns, school pangolin clubs, and educational activities that raise awareness about the ecological significance of pangolins and the consequences of poaching.
These efforts empower local communities to act as conservation advocates while tackling challenges such as habitat degradation and poaching. This integrated approach bridges wildlife conservation with community livelihoods for long-term sustainability.
#MBZFund #conservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #sustainability #uae #abudhabi #Cameroon #Africa #pangolin #animals #wildlife #nature
Happy International Women’s Day! Today, we celebrate the incredible contributions of women in conservation—true guardians of our planet. From empowering local communities to enhancing biodiversity, women are leading the charge towards a sustainable future.
At the forefront, our Managing Director, H.E. Razan Al Mubarak, inspires the next generation of leaders. Four remarkable stories echo the sentiments shared by all our global field grant recipients, thanks to the support from GEF. Let’s be inspired by:
🇵🇾 Rebeca Carballo from Paraguay
🇨🇴 Mailuet López from Colombia
🇻🇳 Nhung Pham from Vietnam
🇧🇷 Gitana Nunes Cavalcanti from Brazil
These women are giving a voice to countless less charismatic species supported by the Fund. To read their inspiring stories, access the link in the @speciesconservationfund bio.
Here’s to strong women everywhere — may we know them, may we be them, and may we support them!
#mbzfund #conservation #internationalwomensday #womensday #womeninconservation #leaders #speciesconservation #biodiversity #sustainability #uae #paraguay #Colombia #Vietnam #brazil #wildlife #nature #animals #environment
Happy International Women’s Day! Today, we celebrate the incredible contributions of women in conservation—true guardians of our planet. From empowering local communities to enhancing biodiversity, women are leading the charge towards a sustainable future.
At the forefront, our Managing Director, H.E. Razan Al Mubarak, inspires the next generation of leaders. Four remarkable stories echo the sentiments shared by all our global field grant recipients, thanks to the support from GEF. Let’s be inspired by:
🇵🇾 Rebeca Carballo from Paraguay
🇨🇴 Mailuet López from Colombia
🇻🇳 Nhung Pham from Vietnam
🇧🇷 Gitana Nunes Cavalcanti from Brazil
These women are giving a voice to countless less charismatic species supported by the Fund. To read their inspiring stories, access the link in the @speciesconservationfund bio.
Here’s to strong women everywhere — may we know them, may we be them, and may we support them!
#mbzfund #conservation #internationalwomensday #womensday #womeninconservation #leaders #speciesconservation #biodiversity #sustainability #uae #paraguay #Colombia #Vietnam #brazil #wildlife #nature #animals #environment
With a recent grant from the MBZ Fund, the Caquetá Association for Ornithology is working to conserve the endangered Black-and-chestnut eagle in Caquetá, Colombia, where the Andes Mountains meet the Amazon watershed.
Their efforts focus on monitoring and protecting eagle nests, researching primary prey species, and collaborating with the community to mitigate eagle-human conflicts. They are developing a viewing platform to observe the chicks and their feeding habits, while also promoting eco-tourism for the benefit of the local community. Camera traps are being installed throughout the region to gain insights into the habitat and its wildlife. Children’s excursions create enthusiasm and curiosity, which spills over to their parents and the broader community.
To encourage acceptance of the eagles and reduce instances of chicken predation, the team is interviewing members of the Sucre community to understand their attitudes towards these magnificent birds and organising educational events to strengthen community ties.
#mbzfund #conservation #speciesconservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #birds #eagle #sustainability #uae #Colombia #wildlife #nature #animals #support #environment
With a recent grant from the MBZ Fund, the Caquetá Association for Ornithology is working to conserve the endangered Black-and-chestnut eagle in Caquetá, Colombia, where the Andes Mountains meet the Amazon watershed.
Their efforts focus on monitoring and protecting eagle nests, researching primary prey species, and collaborating with the community to mitigate eagle-human conflicts. They are developing a viewing platform to observe the chicks and their feeding habits, while also promoting eco-tourism for the benefit of the local community. Camera traps are being installed throughout the region to gain insights into the habitat and its wildlife. Children’s excursions create enthusiasm and curiosity, which spills over to their parents and the broader community.
To encourage acceptance of the eagles and reduce instances of chicken predation, the team is interviewing members of the Sucre community to understand their attitudes towards these magnificent birds and organising educational events to strengthen community ties.
#mbzfund #conservation #speciesconservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #birds #eagle #sustainability #uae #Colombia #wildlife #nature #animals #support #environment
The ambitious project to preserve the Malayan Tiger is officially underway. A landmark partnership between the MBZ Fund and Enggang aims to establish Southeast Asia’s first tiger reserve specifically dedicated to saving this critically endangered species, with fewer than 150 individuals left in the wild.
This initiative is not only focused on conservation but also plays a key role in climate change mitigation by protecting forests that sequester millions of tons of carbon. It will involve around 3,000 local residents, creating socio-economic opportunities while promoting human-wildlife coexistence. Al-Sultan Abdullah Royal Tiger Reserve will also protect five other endangered wild cat species, along with elephants, tapirs, sun bears, gaur, and various birds.
Why does this matter? This World Wildlife Day let’s hear from young conservationists as they share their views on the importance of tiger conservation and its impact on our world.
#mbzfund #MBZFforTigers #conservation #speciesconservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #tigers #malayantiger #sustainability #uae #Malaysia #Pahang #wildlife #nature #animals #support #environment
The ambitious project to preserve the Malayan Tiger is officially underway. A landmark partnership between the MBZ Fund and Enggang aims to establish Southeast Asia’s first tiger reserve specifically dedicated to saving this critically endangered species, with fewer than 150 individuals left in the wild.
This initiative is not only focused on conservation but also plays a key role in climate change mitigation by protecting forests that sequester millions of tons of carbon. It will involve around 3,000 local residents, creating socio-economic opportunities while promoting human-wildlife coexistence. Al-Sultan Abdullah Royal Tiger Reserve will also protect five other endangered wild cat species, along with elephants, tapirs, sun bears, gaur, and various birds.
Why does this matter? This World Wildlife Day let’s hear from young conservationists as they share their views on the importance of tiger conservation and its impact on our world.
#mbzfund #MBZFforTigers #conservation #speciesconservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #tigers #malayantiger #sustainability #uae #Malaysia #Pahang #wildlife #nature #animals #support #environment
