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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.
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...
Shawati’ magazine is striking, sumptuous, and thought-provoking, reflecting the national identity and cultural values of the country while bridging connections with cultures from around the world. Shawati` delves into local, regional, and global initiatives united by a common mission: saving our planet Earth.
It’s fitting to feature the Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund, along with an insightful interview with our Managing Director, H.E. Razan Khalifa Al Mubarak, highlighting stories from the over 2,800 projects to save species and supported by the Fund over the past 15 years.
Thank you, Shawati’, for beautifully capturing the essence and spirit of our mission.
مجلة "شواطئ" صوت يصدح بقوة في مجال الثرات والثقافة ويعبر عن الهوية الوطنية والقيم الثقافية للدولة مع ربط جسور بين الثقافات من جميع أنحاء العالم. تتناول مجلة "شواطئ" بعمق المبادرات المحلية والإقليمية والعالمية التي توحدها جميعًا مهمة مشتركة تتمثل في إنقاذ كوكبنا الأرض.
من الجيّد أن خصصت المجلة حيزًا هامًا في صفحاتها لصندوق محمد بن زايد للمحافظة على الكائنات الحية، إلى جانب مقابلة هامة مع العضو المنتدب، سعادة رزان خليفة المبارك، وتسليط الضوء على قصص من أكثر من 2800 مشروع لإنقاذ الأنواع بدعم من الصندوق على مدى السنوات الخمس عشرة الماضية.
شكرًا لـ"شواطئ"، على تقديم جوهر وأساس رسالتنا بشكل جميل.
#mbzfund #conservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #sustainability #uae #colombia #shrews #mammals #wildlife #nature #animals #photography #environment
Shawati’ magazine is striking, sumptuous, and thought-provoking, reflecting the national identity and cultural values of the country while bridging connections with cultures from around the world. Shawati` delves into local, regional, and global initiatives united by a common mission: saving our planet Earth.
It’s fitting to feature the Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund, along with an insightful interview with our Managing Director, H.E. Razan Khalifa Al Mubarak, highlighting stories from the over 2,800 projects to save species and supported by the Fund over the past 15 years.
Thank you, Shawati’, for beautifully capturing the essence and spirit of our mission.
مجلة "شواطئ" صوت يصدح بقوة في مجال الثرات والثقافة ويعبر عن الهوية الوطنية والقيم الثقافية للدولة مع ربط جسور بين الثقافات من جميع أنحاء العالم. تتناول مجلة "شواطئ" بعمق المبادرات المحلية والإقليمية والعالمية التي توحدها جميعًا مهمة مشتركة تتمثل في إنقاذ كوكبنا الأرض.
من الجيّد أن خصصت المجلة حيزًا هامًا في صفحاتها لصندوق محمد بن زايد للمحافظة على الكائنات الحية، إلى جانب مقابلة هامة مع العضو المنتدب، سعادة رزان خليفة المبارك، وتسليط الضوء على قصص من أكثر من 2800 مشروع لإنقاذ الأنواع بدعم من الصندوق على مدى السنوات الخمس عشرة الماضية.
شكرًا لـ"شواطئ"، على تقديم جوهر وأساس رسالتنا بشكل جميل.
#mbzfund #conservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #sustainability #uae #colombia #shrews #mammals #wildlife #nature #animals #photography #environment
MBZF is supporting American Bird Conservancy (ABC) and their Brazilian conservation partner Aquasis to restore the endangered Gray-breasted Parakeet in the protected Serra das Almas Forest Reserve. Since 2010, they’ve implemented a nest box program in the Baturité Mountains, leading to a significant population increase over the past six years.
Due to deforestation and the European pet trade, this species was reduced to a single viable population of fewer than 100 individuals by 2007, when it was listed as Critically Endangered. To prevent extinction, the team is translocating individuals to re-establish local populations in their historical range.
With support from MBZF, they are now applying lessons learned to create a third safeguarded population in the Serra das Almas Forest Reserve, which protects 4,750 hectares of forest.
#MBZFund #conservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #sustainability #uae #abudhabi #brazil #animals #birds #parakeet #wildlife #nature
MBZF is supporting American Bird Conservancy (ABC) and their Brazilian conservation partner Aquasis to restore the endangered Gray-breasted Parakeet in the protected Serra das Almas Forest Reserve. Since 2010, they’ve implemented a nest box program in the Baturité Mountains, leading to a significant population increase over the past six years.
Due to deforestation and the European pet trade, this species was reduced to a single viable population of fewer than 100 individuals by 2007, when it was listed as Critically Endangered. To prevent extinction, the team is translocating individuals to re-establish local populations in their historical range.
With support from MBZF, they are now applying lessons learned to create a third safeguarded population in the Serra das Almas Forest Reserve, which protects 4,750 hectares of forest.
#MBZFund #conservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #sustainability #uae #abudhabi #brazil #animals #birds #parakeet #wildlife #nature
And the winner is ...! 🎉
We are excited to announce that @abuphampi has won the MBZF Photography Contest in collaboration with GoPro Middle East.
Huge thanks to everyone who participated and shared their incredible work.
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to GoPro Middle East for partnering with us in this incredible photography contest. Your support has empowered participants to capture stunning images and videos that inspire species conservation and showcase the beauty of our planet’s wildlife. We`re thrilled to have you as a partner in this meaningful initiative!
Stay tuned for more exciting contests and collaborations ahead.
والفائز هو .....! 🎉
نحن متحمسون للإعلان عن فوز @abuphampi بمسابقة التصوير الفوتوغرافي لصندوق محمد بن زايد للمحافظة على الكائنات الحية بالتعاون مع GoPro الشرق الأوسط.
شكراً جزيلاً لكل من شارك، لقد قدّمتم أعمالًا رائعة.
نود أن نتقدم بخالص الشكر إلى GoPro الشرق الأوسط على شراكتهم معنا في هذه المسابقة الرائعة للتصوير الفوتوغرافي. لقد مكّن دعمكم المشاركين من التقاط صور ومقاطع فيديو مذهلة تُلهم الحفاظ على الأنواع وتُظهر جمال الكائنات الحية على كوكبنا. نحن سعداء للغاية بأنكم شركاء معنا في هذه المبادرة الهادفة!
تابعونا لمزيد من المسابقات الحماسية والتعاونات المستقبلية.
#MBZFund #conservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #sustainability #uae #abudhabi #podcast #podcasting #podcastersofinstagram #podcasts #spotify #podcastlife #podcaster #love #podcasters #interview #inspiration #MBZFContest #GoProMiddleEast #WinwithMBZFund
And the winner is ...! 🎉
We are excited to announce that @abuphampi has won the MBZF Photography Contest in collaboration with GoPro Middle East.
Huge thanks to everyone who participated and shared their incredible work.
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to GoPro Middle East for partnering with us in this incredible photography contest. Your support has empowered participants to capture stunning images and videos that inspire species conservation and showcase the beauty of our planet’s wildlife. We`re thrilled to have you as a partner in this meaningful initiative!
Stay tuned for more exciting contests and collaborations ahead.
والفائز هو .....! 🎉
نحن متحمسون للإعلان عن فوز @abuphampi بمسابقة التصوير الفوتوغرافي لصندوق محمد بن زايد للمحافظة على الكائنات الحية بالتعاون مع GoPro الشرق الأوسط.
شكراً جزيلاً لكل من شارك، لقد قدّمتم أعمالًا رائعة.
نود أن نتقدم بخالص الشكر إلى GoPro الشرق الأوسط على شراكتهم معنا في هذه المسابقة الرائعة للتصوير الفوتوغرافي. لقد مكّن دعمكم المشاركين من التقاط صور ومقاطع فيديو مذهلة تُلهم الحفاظ على الأنواع وتُظهر جمال الكائنات الحية على كوكبنا. نحن سعداء للغاية بأنكم شركاء معنا في هذه المبادرة الهادفة!
تابعونا لمزيد من المسابقات الحماسية والتعاونات المستقبلية.
#MBZFund #conservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #sustainability #uae #abudhabi #podcast #podcasting #podcastersofinstagram #podcasts #spotify #podcastlife #podcaster #love #podcasters #interview #inspiration #MBZFContest #GoProMiddleEast #WinwithMBZFund
Darwin Martinez is currently on an exciting expedition across the Colombian Andes, to locate and study two elusive species of Shrews: Cryptotis bracyonyx and Cryptotis niausa. Shrews are fascinating mole-like mammals, with their compact bodies, short limbs, and clawed digits.
The primary objective of the expedition is to gather information on the geographic distribution, abundance, and habitat of these species in the departments of Cauca, Nariño, and Cundinamarca.
This remarkable endeavour is a collaborative effort between the LSU Museum of Natural Science at LSU and the Natural History Laboratory: Integrative Zoological Biodiversity at Universidad de Caldas in Manizales, Colombia. Through their partnership, they aim to contribute to the understanding and conservation of these unique shrew species.
#mbzfund #conservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #sustainability #uae #colombia #shrews #mammals #wildlife #nature #animals #photography #environment
Darwin Martinez is currently on an exciting expedition across the Colombian Andes, to locate and study two elusive species of Shrews: Cryptotis bracyonyx and Cryptotis niausa. Shrews are fascinating mole-like mammals, with their compact bodies, short limbs, and clawed digits.
The primary objective of the expedition is to gather information on the geographic distribution, abundance, and habitat of these species in the departments of Cauca, Nariño, and Cundinamarca.
This remarkable endeavour is a collaborative effort between the LSU Museum of Natural Science at LSU and the Natural History Laboratory: Integrative Zoological Biodiversity at Universidad de Caldas in Manizales, Colombia. Through their partnership, they aim to contribute to the understanding and conservation of these unique shrew species.
#mbzfund #conservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #sustainability #uae #colombia #shrews #mammals #wildlife #nature #animals #photography #environment
The Wayanad Mahseer Conservation Project is confident that a holistic strategy, which integrates scientific research, community involvement, and sustainable livelihood programs, will effectively secure the long-term survival of this iconic fish species.
“My team has been busy and to date, the project team have successfully installed aquaponics systems and provided training to 20 fishermen on how to manage this as an alternative source of revenue. They also planted over 1000 native trees and shrubs in key breeding sites, contributing to the restoration of riparian vegetation and enhancement of habitat quality. Tribal members have undergone training in fish identification and monitoring techniques, while the construction of the small artificial breeding system has been completed.” Anoop VK (Doctoral candidate, Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies, Kerala, India)
يؤكد القائمون على مشروع الحفاظ على فصيلة ويناد محسير (نمر الماء) على ضرورة العمل وفقًا لاستراتيجية شاملة تجمع بين البحث العلمي، ومشاركة المجتمع، وبرامج سبل العيش المستدامة، لتأمين بقاء هذا الفصيل من الأسماك الشهيرة على المدى الطويل.
“لقد كان فريقي، ولا يزال، مشغولًا حتى الآن، ونجح بالفعل في تركيب أنظمة الزراعة المائية المركبة (الأكوا بونكس) وتدريب 20 صيادًا على كيفية إدارة هذه الأنظمة كمصدر بديل للدخل. كما قام الفريق بزراعة أكثر من 1000 شجرة وشجيرة محلية في مواقع التربية الرئيسية، مما أسهم في استعادة الغطاء النباتي على ضفاف النهر، وتحسين جودة الموائل. وقاموا بتدريب أفراد القبائل أيضًا على استخدام تقنيات التعرف على الأسماك ومراقبتها، وانتهوا من بناء نظام اصطناعي صغير لتربية الأسماك. أنوب في كيه (مرشح لنيل درجة الدكتوراه، جامعة كيرالا لمصايد الأسماك ودراسات المحيطات، كيرالا، الهند)
#mbzfund #conservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #sustainability #fish #biodiversity #uae #abudhabi #India
The Wayanad Mahseer Conservation Project is confident that a holistic strategy, which integrates scientific research, community involvement, and sustainable livelihood programs, will effectively secure the long-term survival of this iconic fish species.
“My team has been busy and to date, the project team have successfully installed aquaponics systems and provided training to 20 fishermen on how to manage this as an alternative source of revenue. They also planted over 1000 native trees and shrubs in key breeding sites, contributing to the restoration of riparian vegetation and enhancement of habitat quality. Tribal members have undergone training in fish identification and monitoring techniques, while the construction of the small artificial breeding system has been completed.” Anoop VK (Doctoral candidate, Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies, Kerala, India)
يؤكد القائمون على مشروع الحفاظ على فصيلة ويناد محسير (نمر الماء) على ضرورة العمل وفقًا لاستراتيجية شاملة تجمع بين البحث العلمي، ومشاركة المجتمع، وبرامج سبل العيش المستدامة، لتأمين بقاء هذا الفصيل من الأسماك الشهيرة على المدى الطويل.
“لقد كان فريقي، ولا يزال، مشغولًا حتى الآن، ونجح بالفعل في تركيب أنظمة الزراعة المائية المركبة (الأكوا بونكس) وتدريب 20 صيادًا على كيفية إدارة هذه الأنظمة كمصدر بديل للدخل. كما قام الفريق بزراعة أكثر من 1000 شجرة وشجيرة محلية في مواقع التربية الرئيسية، مما أسهم في استعادة الغطاء النباتي على ضفاف النهر، وتحسين جودة الموائل. وقاموا بتدريب أفراد القبائل أيضًا على استخدام تقنيات التعرف على الأسماك ومراقبتها، وانتهوا من بناء نظام اصطناعي صغير لتربية الأسماك. أنوب في كيه (مرشح لنيل درجة الدكتوراه، جامعة كيرالا لمصايد الأسماك ودراسات المحيطات، كيرالا، الهند)
#mbzfund #conservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #sustainability #fish #biodiversity #uae #abudhabi #India
At the MBZF we believe in practical solutions to ensure people live in harmony alongside wildlife.
On National wildlife day, we celebrate one such project, the Cheetah Conservation in Botswana (CCB). They use scientific research, engage with farmers, promote community development, and provide conservation education to work with rural communities in preserving the nation’s cheetah population.
Some key initiatives supported by the Fund include:
👉 Craft workshops in the villages of East Hanahai, West Hanahai, Kacgae, and Bere.
👉 Mobile farmers workshops and field days with the Southern Beef Farmers Association.
👉 Livestock guarding dog (LGD) placements.
We commend CCB for their innovative approach to community engagement and their introduction of guard dogs that are raised alongside livestock, instinctively protecting them from threats such as carnivores and theft.
#MBZFund #conservation#nationalwildlifeday #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #sustainability #uae #abudhabi #Botswana #cheetahbotswana #onwardswegrow #promotingcoexistence #animals #cheetah #wildlife #nature
At the MBZF we believe in practical solutions to ensure people live in harmony alongside wildlife.
On National wildlife day, we celebrate one such project, the Cheetah Conservation in Botswana (CCB). They use scientific research, engage with farmers, promote community development, and provide conservation education to work with rural communities in preserving the nation’s cheetah population.
Some key initiatives supported by the Fund include:
👉 Craft workshops in the villages of East Hanahai, West Hanahai, Kacgae, and Bere.
👉 Mobile farmers workshops and field days with the Southern Beef Farmers Association.
👉 Livestock guarding dog (LGD) placements.
We commend CCB for their innovative approach to community engagement and their introduction of guard dogs that are raised alongside livestock, instinctively protecting them from threats such as carnivores and theft.
#MBZFund #conservation#nationalwildlifeday #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #sustainability #uae #abudhabi #Botswana #cheetahbotswana #onwardswegrow #promotingcoexistence #animals #cheetah #wildlife #nature
The critically endangered San Quintín Kangaroo Rat (Dipodomys gravipes) is endemic to San Quintín, a key agricultural center in Baja California. With support from the Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund, Terra Peninsular, a Mexican NGO, has intensified its monitoring and conservation efforts for this species.
The grant has facilitated essential fieldwork, data collection, and community engagement to raise awareness about the Kangaroo Rat. Through these initiatives, they are not only protecting this remarkable species but also fostering a collective commitment to preserving our natural heritage for future generations.
#MBZFund #conservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #sustainability #uae #abudhabi #California #Mexico #animals #rat #PorAmorABajaCalifornia #terrapeninsular #wildlife #nature #love #like #follow
The critically endangered San Quintín Kangaroo Rat (Dipodomys gravipes) is endemic to San Quintín, a key agricultural center in Baja California. With support from the Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund, Terra Peninsular, a Mexican NGO, has intensified its monitoring and conservation efforts for this species.
The grant has facilitated essential fieldwork, data collection, and community engagement to raise awareness about the Kangaroo Rat. Through these initiatives, they are not only protecting this remarkable species but also fostering a collective commitment to preserving our natural heritage for future generations.
#MBZFund #conservation #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #sustainability #uae #abudhabi #California #Mexico #animals #rat #PorAmorABajaCalifornia #terrapeninsular #wildlife #nature #love #like #follow
The Caatinga, one of the largest seasonally dry forests in the Neotropics, is characterized by its unique plant diversity, semi-arid climate, and is an exclusive phytogeographical domain of Brazil. Neesiochloa barbata (Nees) Pilg., a monotypic and endemic grass genus of the Caatinga, features spikelets that resemble “fans” and can be found in restricted populations. The Caatinga has historically faced disturbances from selective wood extraction and deforestation. Recently, climate change has exacerbated these issues, further endangering plant populations.
A recent fund from the MBZF, aided efforts to assess the conservation status and potential threats to N. barbata, contributing to the broader initiative to protect the Caatinga’s biodiversity, especially its endemic flora. Our recent findings suggest that N. barbata populations may decline in the next 50-100 years due to climate change (unpublished data). Since May 2024, fieldwork has focused on locating new populations and collecting data, with the next steps aiming to analyze the genetic structure of N. barbata populations and assess their conservation status.
#MBZFund #conservation #brazil #caatinga #grass #ufpe #ufu #jbr #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #sustainability #uae #abudhabi #plants #wildlife #nature #love #like #follow
The Caatinga, one of the largest seasonally dry forests in the Neotropics, is characterized by its unique plant diversity, semi-arid climate, and is an exclusive phytogeographical domain of Brazil. Neesiochloa barbata (Nees) Pilg., a monotypic and endemic grass genus of the Caatinga, features spikelets that resemble “fans” and can be found in restricted populations. The Caatinga has historically faced disturbances from selective wood extraction and deforestation. Recently, climate change has exacerbated these issues, further endangering plant populations.
A recent fund from the MBZF, aided efforts to assess the conservation status and potential threats to N. barbata, contributing to the broader initiative to protect the Caatinga’s biodiversity, especially its endemic flora. Our recent findings suggest that N. barbata populations may decline in the next 50-100 years due to climate change (unpublished data). Since May 2024, fieldwork has focused on locating new populations and collecting data, with the next steps aiming to analyze the genetic structure of N. barbata populations and assess their conservation status.
#MBZFund #conservation #brazil #caatinga #grass #ufpe #ufu #jbr #endangeredspecies #wildlifeconservation #biodiversity #sustainability #uae #abudhabi #plants #wildlife #nature #love #like #follow
