A Belize-based nonprofit organization established in 2016 and devoted to promoting conservation of crocodiles and their habitats throughout Central America and the Caribbean through community involvement, research, and education.
E-mail: contact@belizemangrovealliance.org | Phone: +501-605-6569
Crocodile Research Coalition
Contact
Dr. Marisa Tellez
E-mail: marisa.tellez@crcbelize.org
Tel: (501) 660 3936
Office: Placencia Peninsula
Website: www.crocodileresearchcoalition.org
Restoration
Mangrove Species: Mangrove ecosystems generally
Restoration Site: Placencia Peninsula – 10 – 12 km shoreline
Location: Placencia Peninsula
Land Tenure: Private land
Sectors Engaged (2012 – 2019): Youths, Tourism sector
Sectors Engaged (2021 – 2022): CBOs, NGOs, Village leaders, Environmental groups, Youths, Tourism sector, Private sector
Projected number of participants: Est. 100
Outreach
Mangrove Species: Mangrove ecosystems generally
Location: Placencia Lagoon
Target Audience: CBOs, NGOs, Village Leaders, Youths, Tourism Sector
Number of participants: 3000 people
Mangrove Species: Mangrove ecosystems generally
Target Audience: Placencia Peninsula – Village leaders, Environmental groups, Youths, Tourism sector, Private sector
Projected Reach: 3,000
Research
Mangrove Species: Mangrove ecosystems generally
Location: Placencia Lagoon
Area Studied: 25 km of shoreline
Research Topic: Interaction of mangroves with key local species
Participating Stakeholders: Environmental groups, Youths
Projected number of participants: Est. 5 – 10