So, what is happening to mobulas in northern Peru?

May 29, 2024

So, what is happening to mobulas in northern Peru? After a long ride on the statistical analysis roller coaster, I am happy to finally share some of our project's results. I will present them at the University of Groningen on Monday at 12:40 pm (CEST). If you are interested in listening in, you can also do so from the comfort of your home via the following link: 

https://frp-smart.newrow.com/#/room/nnwed2p

Of course, the results will also be published on this page in the upcoming weeks. After all, you made them happen :-) and I am super excited to share them with you soon!

Karin de Boer, John Joseph Dziak, and 1 other like this.

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Congratulations and very best wishes!

May 29, 20240

About This Project

What is northern Peru's manta and devil ray fishery worth?

University of Groningen

This project will contribute to the protection of endangered manta and devil ray species (collectively known as Mobulids) in Peru. Their decline is mainly caused by overfishing. However, the still developing communities of northern Peru depend on Mobulid meat and the income it generates. To prevent disadvantaging locals by simply restricting their catches, we will explore their socioeconomic and cultural dependence to incorporate those into a sustainable and ethical conservation plan.