by Marica Vakacola | Mar 18, 2016 | Conservation, Fiji Environment, Iguana Conservation
The Fiji crested iguana (Brachyllophus Vitiensis) was feared extinct on Malolo until in January 2011, the first iguana was found on Likuliku Lagoon Resort. Ever since its reappearance both Likuliku and Malolo Island Resort staff have been discovering individual...
by Marica Vakacola | Mar 18, 2016 | Fiji Environment, Wetlands Conservation
The World Wetland Day celebration serves as an important reminder that we must focus on protecting wetlands as they play a crucial role in the ecosystem by: Preventing flooding by absorbing water. Ensuring that the soil provides a unique breeding ground for vegetation...
by Marica Vakacola | Mar 18, 2016 | Turtle Conservation
Sea turtles have lived in the world’s oceans for over 150 million years. Sadly, these ancient reptiles are now globally threatened with extinction. Mamanuca Environment Society together with its member resorts and community stakeholders are leading the conservation of...
by Marica Vakacola | Mar 18, 2016 | Eco Tourism, Fiji Environment, Turtle Conservation
The three years Mamanuca Sea Turtle Conservation Project Phase II is funded under the United Nations Development Programme – Global Environment Facility, Small Grants Programme (UNDP – GEF Small Grant Programme). The focus of the project is to help implement the...
by Marica Vakacola | Mar 18, 2016 | Education, schools
On the 27th of January the Environment school program and Eco clubs began in the three schools of Mana, Malolo and Namamanuca Primary School, including the two kindergartens of Navatalesau on Yaro village and Motu kindergarten on Tavua village. Respective school head...
by Marica Vakacola | Mar 18, 2016 | Coral Conservation, Eco Tourism, Ozone
Coral reef perils are many, driven by overfishing, tourism, land degradation and global warming to name a few. While overfishing, tourism and land degradation occurring in the Mamanuca region can be addressed directly, addressing causes of global warming will be a...
by Marica Vakacola | Mar 18, 2016 | Community, Education
Mana Island Resort & Spa is situated in the heart of the Mamanuca group, only 32km West of Nadi and is situated on a 300 Acre lush tropical paradise, amongst white sandy beaches and crystal clear water. It is known to be the largest resort in the Mamanuca Islands...
by Marica Vakacola | Dec 15, 2015 | Turtle Conservation
Marine turtles play a major traditional role in the local village community as a totem and provide an environmental marketing tool used by resorts to attract tourists. Turtles are harvested for traditional occasions such as deaths, weddings and church functions. On...
by Marica Vakacola | Dec 15, 2015 | Turtle Conservation
The Mamanuca Islands are one of the major nesting sites for Hawksbill turtles. The Mana Turtle Pond receives a one year permit to nurture sick turtle and hatchlings. Apart from attracting visitors, the programme in the attempt to maximize survival rates, assisted in...
by Marica Vakacola | Dec 15, 2015 | Turtle Conservation
Sea turtles have lived in the world’s oceans for over 150 million years. Sadly, these ancient reptiles are now globally threatened with extinction. Mamanuca Environment Society together with its member resorts and community stakeholders are leading the conservation of...