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About 2 million people depend on the Mesoamerican Reef's rich coastal environment.

Entrance to Chiquibul Cave in western BelizeEntrance to Chiquibul Cave in western Belize © Jan Meerman
Chiquibul Cave System

The Conservancy is helping to protect this treasure trove of geological and archaeological wonders.

Marine project in BelizePartners in Belize create a holding pen as part of a Conservancy-sponsored project in Belize to tag and acoustically monitor Nassau grouper for tracking their movements and evaluating the health of this endangered fish species. © Julienne Robinson Stockbridge
Unique Marine Habitats

One of our primary conservation goals is to complete conservation area networks at a national level and within the Mesoamerican Reef.

Harpy EagleHarpy Eagle © BFREE
Harpy Eagles

The birds have returned to Belize's Bladen Nature Reserve as the result of a sustained effort in Belize’s Maya Forest.

Whale SharkWhale shark (Rhincodon typus) in Hawaii. © Andy Drumm
Whale Sharks

The largest fish in the ocean, these "gentle giants" can grow up to 60 feet in length!

Middle Cay landing Fishermen with their boats off Middle Cay landing in Pedro Bank, Jamaica. © Brandon Hay / The Nature Conservancy
A Learning Exchange Between Jamaica and Belize

TheConservancy is helping fishermen from two countries collaborate to reduce the threat of overfishing.

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