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Home to the Atlantic’s First Shark Sanctuary The Bahamas created the first shark sanctuary in the Atlantic Ocean in 2011. Over 40 shark species reside in its 630,000 km2 marine area, making it the shark diving capital of the world. Its vibrant waters support one...

Home to the Largest Remaining Population of Oceanic Mantas The eastern shores of Ecuador’s Pacific coast harbor five species of sea turtles, 20 species of whales and dolphins, hammerhead and whale sharks, and the largest remaining population of oceanic manta rays in the world. 87,000...

Protecting Africa’s Last Eden Gabon’s waters are home to the world’s largest nesting population of leatherback sea turtles, critically endangered humpback dolphins, humpback whale calving grounds, and over 60 species of sharks and rays. Additionally, Gabon’s old-growth mangrove forests make it the most carbon positive...

Home to the Densest Shark Population in the World Located off the coast of Ecuador, the Galapagos Islands are home to nearly 3,000 marine species; 20% of these are found nowhere else on earth. Its rich marine ecosystems support the concentration and reproduction of various...

The Jewel of Raja Ampat’s Coral Reefs Misool Marine Reserve is situated in the heart of Raja Ampat, Indonesia, which is home to 75% of the world’s known coral species and close to 1,500 species of fish. The reefs also provide sanctuary for manta rays...

Protecting Palau’s Coral Reefs, One of the Seven Underwater Wonders of the World Palau’s coral reefs, part of the Coral Triangle, have been named one of the Seven Underwater Wonders of the World. They boast more than 500 species of corals, 1,300 species of reef...

Home to Some of East Africa’s Most Diverse Coral Reefs The Pemba Channel in Tanzania is home to key sea turtle nesting sites, numerous endangered species including sea turtles, dolphins, and sharks, and some of East Africa’s most diverse coral reefs. It’s home to IUCN...

Protecting the Yucatan Peninsula’s Sustainable Fisheries, a Mexican Treasure The Yucatán Peninsula, which separates the Gulf of Mexico from the Caribbean Sea, boasts a variety of rich and productive ecosystems, including coastal lagoons, mangrove forests, and pristine coral reefs. The region supports countless birds, four...

WildAid, in partnership with Global Affairs Canada, launched a groundbreaking project in 2024 aimed at strengthening marine law enforcement and protecting the biodiversity of the Eastern Tropical Pacific (ETP).  This initiative will work to enhance the protection and sustainable use of marine resources across four...

Protecting marine biodiversity and coastal communities in the Philippines The Philippines is located in the Coral Triangle which is considered the most diverse and biologically complex marine ecosystem on the planet. Despite its ecological importance, the area continues to face unsustainable fishing practices that harm...