{"id":7583,"date":"2023-02-06T18:11:17","date_gmt":"2023-02-06T17:11:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.caribaea.org\/?page_id=7583"},"modified":"2026-03-11T11:17:09","modified_gmt":"2026-03-11T10:17:09","slug":"research-and-education-programs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.caribaea.org\/en\/our-projects\/research-and-education-programs\/","title":{"rendered":"Research and education programs"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Some of our actions are part of programs of research, education and awareness for which we collaborate with local and international partners. For these projects, we benefit from the financial support of various entities.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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SCCS project - Sisserou Conservation with Civil Society
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This project aims to strengthen the conservation of the Imperial Amazon (Amazona imperialis<\/em>), a critically endangered parrot endemic to Dominica. The project combines ecological monitoring, capacity building and community engagement to improve knowledge of the species\u2019 population status, reduce crop damage conflicts with farmers and support the development of a long-term conservation action plan.<\/p>\n

This project is funded by the Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund (CEPF).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

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ESPACYPA project - Monitoring bird species of hunting and heritage interest
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The objective of the project is to acquire a better knowledge of the game bird species of the French West Indies for appropriate management.<\/p>\n

This project is financially supported by the F\u00e9d\u00e9ration D\u00e9partementale des Chasseurs de Guadeloupe and the DEAL Guadeloupe (via the Plan France Relance) in Guadeloupe, and the F\u00e9d\u00e9ration D\u00e9partementale des Chasseurs de Martinique and the DEAL Martinique in Martinique.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

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DEVIMTOR project - Demography and diet of exotic freshwater turtles
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The aim of the project is to study three species of invasive freshwater turtles in Guadeloupe and Martinique: the African slider (Pelusios castaneus<\/em>), the Antillean slider (Trachemys stejnegeri<\/em>) and the Yellow-bellied slider turtle (Trachemys scripta<\/em>).<\/p>\n

This project is being carried out with the financial support of the Office fran\u00e7ais de la biodiversit\u00e9 (OFB) and the Office de l'Eau (ODE) from Martinique.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

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Ansapit Project \u2013 Biodiversity Preservation and Ecosystem Restoration in Haiti<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

The aim of the project is to preserve biodiversity and restore ecosystems in the Cacique Henri Communal Park in Haiti by raising awareness and involving local communities in the management of their natural heritage.<\/p>\n

The project is carried out in partnership with the FOKAL Foundation based in Haiti.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

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CIMBA Project \u2013 Controlling the Impact of invasive Mammals<\/span> on Biodiversity in the Antilles<\/span>
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The project aims to control the impact of exotic mammals on biodiversity across several territories in the insular Caribbean through scientific studies, optimization of management methods, and awareness-raising actions.<\/p>\n

This project is co-financed by the INTERREG Caribbean program under the European Regional Development Fund.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

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GEKKOMAR Project \u2013 Eradication of the Tokay Gecko in Martinique<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

The project aims to drastically reduce the population of the Tokay Gecko, a species native to Asia that has become invasive in Martinique, where it threatens native reptile species. It relies on a method combining the installation of artificial shelters and the manual capture of individuals, accompanied by a public awareness campaign.<\/p>\n

This project is carried out with the financial support of DEAL Martinique.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

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Grand Sud Macaya Project \u2013 Biodiversity and Landscape Resilience in Haiti<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

The project aims to strengthen the ecological resilience of landscapes in southern Haiti through the study of local biodiversity and the awareness of local stakeholders. It focuses on assessing the diversity of several faunal groups along anthropization gradients, combined with training activities and the involvement of local communities and Haitian students.<\/p>\n

This project is supported by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

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MERCI project - Invasive alien reptiles<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n

The project aimed to complete scientific knowledge about several species of invasive exotic reptiles, to implement concrete actions for their monitoring and management in the field, and to develop preventive measures. The MERCI project was co-financed by the INTERREG Caribbean program under the European Regional Development Fund.<\/p>\n

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REVPOL project - Revegetation for pollinators<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n

The project aimed to improve revegetation strategies in urban and peri-urban areas in the French West Indies, while increasing knowledge of the link between different plants and pollinators. The REVPOL project received financial support from the European Union \u2013 NextGeneration EU, France Relance and the Office Fran\u00e7ais de la Biodiversit\u00e9.<\/p>\n

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PROSPOVERG project - Monitoring wildlife in a dry forest<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n

The aim of the PROSPOVERG project was to identify the diversity of bird and mammal populations in a dry forest of Guadeloupe while training students in wildlife monitoring methods. The PROSPOVERG project was funded by the Office Fran\u00e7ais de la Biodiversit\u00e9.<\/p>\n

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Development of educational resources and tools adapted to the Caribbean context for teaching biodiversity in middle and high school<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n

The project has enabled the creation of life science teaching booklets for middle and high school students, based on the official curriculum and illustrated with examples from the biodiversity of the Caribbean.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Training in environmental diplomacy<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n

Young Caribbean diplomats have benefited from comprehensive training to better understand the geopolitical issues related to biodiversity and better promote their country's interests in the field of the environment. This training was created thanks to a partnership with the National Museum of Natural History in Paris.<\/p>\n

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Creation of a series of short documentaries on the biodiversity of the insular Caribbean<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n

This project was carried out in partnership with the AMAZONA association. Most of the films produced are available on our YouTube channel<\/a> and on our videos page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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