Category Archives: CONSERVACIÓN

Responsible Snorkeling Guide in coral areas.

Coral reefs are among the world's most spectacular ecosystems, and snorkeling is a great way to explore them. As coral reefs face an increasingly uncertain future, snorkelers and other coral reef visitors can play a vital role in protecting these fragile ecosystems.

Sea turtles, ambassadors of our oceans.

Reaching the sea, one of the most difficult tests of their lives, has been overcome. Many more await them. Sea turtles have played a vital role in ocean health for millions of years. According to OCEANA, the largest organization dedicated exclusively to ocean conservation, among the functions they perform […]

When conserving nature violates people's rights.

For many, there is no doubt that Indigenous and tribal peoples around the world are the best conservationists and guardians of the natural world, especially in areas that may be considered conflictive due to extractive or other interests. But what happens when these Indigenous peoples are being forced to leave […]

11 ideas to contribute to bird conservation

By: Simón Guerrero. These recommendations, in addition to being simple and easy to implement, have a positive impact on the lives of birds. The goal of disseminating them is "Connecting people with conservation: Ideas to contribute to bird conservation." 1. Prevent birds from colliding with your windows. This is […]

INDIGENOUS WORLDVIEW OF WATER

WATER SYMBOLIZES LIFE, AND LIFE IS THE HIGHEST SPIRITUAL GIFT GIVEN TO HUMAN BEINGS. THEREFORE, MY OBLIGATION IS TO EXPERIENCE IT FULLY, MAKING IT A SACRAMENT OF RESPONSIBILITY AND QUALITY. The worldview of Indigenous peoples is based on a harmonious and holistic relationship between all elements of life.

Olón: Actions are expected from the Ministry of the Environment to protect sea turtle nests.

When months ago the Provincial Director of Environment of Santa Elena, Daniel Castillo, sent a letter to the Ecuadorian Transit Commission to carry out vehicle control at Olón beach based on Article 173 of the General Regulations for the Application of the Organic Law on Transportation, which specifically prohibits "the circulation […]

TAKE CARE OF THE BEACHES

The thousands of people visiting beaches lead to an increase in waste. The most common type is plastic (bags, drink caps, wrappers). It's also the most deadly for marine wildlife. Some marine species (seagulls and turtles) ingest pieces of plastic that they mistake for food, which is dangerous because […]

My letter to the Earth.

Hello! says this letter, coming from the heart, as a greeting to this beautiful planet to which I owe my life and love. A round of applause to the air that lets me live, to the time my life lets pass, to the earth that feeds me, and to the water that quenches my thirst. How are you? Follow my letter, to ask how they are […]

AVAAZ.org now allows community petitions.

The AVAAZ network, perhaps the largest and most effective global online mobilization community, which integrates citizen-driven political action into global decision-making processes and has been achieving positive change around the world for some time now, has recently opened its interface to […]

Ecuador: Activates the first tuna ban of the year

From July 29th to September 28th, Ecuador has been observing its first closed season for tuna fishing in the Eastern Pacific Ocean (EPO). Purse seine vessels with a carrying capacity of more than 182 metric tons (IATTC capacity classes 4, 5, and 6) […]

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