Remote and ringed in reefs, Turneffe Atoll has long been one of Belize's crown jewels. Its walls and pinnacles once pulsed with reef sharks, swirling fish, and coral gardens that seemed untouchable. But the spread of stony coral tissue loss disease has changed the picture, leaving once-vibrant corals struggling to survive. Conservation groups and scientists are now racing to slow its impact, working with local fishers and dive operators to keep Turneffe's ecosystem alive.
The nation's leading academic body for environmental research and resource management. ERI conducts critical studies on marine and terrestrial biodiversity, climate change, and sustainable development, providing data that informs conservation policies and practices.
The co-management organization responsible for the Turneffe Atoll Marine Reserve, one of Belize's largest and most biodiverse marine protected areas. TASA's work spans reef and fisheries management, enforcement against illegal fishing, community outreach, and research partnerships.
An international conservation program that partners with local stakeholders in Belize to protect one of the world's most important reef systems. Through coral restoration projects, sustainable fisheries management, and adaptive marine protected area governance, the initiative builds long-term resilience against climate change. It connects local communities, scientists, and policymakers, ensuring that conservation efforts benefit both biodiversity and livelihoods.
Located within the Turneffe Atoll Marine Reserve, this research and education center serves as a hub for marine science and conservation training. Hosting local and international scientists, students, and conservationists, the station supports coral reef studies, biodiversity monitoring, and public outreach programs.
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