December 4, 2023
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...an international team of researchers...have unraveled the complex dimensions of elasmobranch biodiversity—the ocean's most threatened vertebrate group, which includes sharks and rays.
On board Guide for the Identification of Sharks and Rays in West Africa listed on International Treaties
This guide has been developed to improve catch and landings data on sharks and rays that are listed on three international treaties, the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS). This guide intend to assist in the identification of sharks and rays interacting with fisheries operating in the SRFC region. Call Number: [EL]Physical Description: 41 p.
Review of 2013-2017 marine species action plans
The purpose of this work was to consult with Pacific islands countries and territories to determine progress on implementation of the 2013-2017 action plans. Identify issues and challenges with implementing the plans. Obtain feedback about the plans in general. And the objective is to develop a series of Marine species action plans for 2022-2026Call Number: [EL]Physical Description: 11 p.
Mobuild conservation in the Pacific - Manta
To see all species of manta rays and their relatives protected or effectively managed for sustainable/non consumptive use by the people closest to them, in a means that promotes wider ocean conservation. Call Number: [EL]Physical Description: 11 p.
Pacific Islands Regional Plan of Action for Sharks : guidance for Pacific Island Countries and Territories on the Conservation and Management of Sharks
Regional cooperation and responses are common across the PICTs. SPREP already has in place regional action plans for marine turtles, dugongs, and whales and dolphins. In addition, the Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA), comprising 17 Pacific States, has a proven track record in cooperation on fisheries management issues including the longstanding Nauru Agreement and the current development of a regional monitoring, control and surveillance (MCS) strategy.
Petition to list the Giant Manta Ray (Manta birostris), Reef Manta Ray (Manta alfredi) and Caribbean Manta Ray (Manta c.f. birostris) as an endangered, or alternatively as a threatened, species pursuant to the Endangered Species Act and for the Concurrent Designation of Critical Habitat
Petitioner Defenders of Wildlife (Defenders) is dedicated to the protection of all native animals and plants in their natural communities. With more than 1.2 million members, supporters, and activists, Defenders is a leading advocate for the protection of threatened and endangered species. Defenders 2013-2023 Strategic Plan identifies sharks and other elasmobranchs as one of several categories of key species whose conservation is a priority for our organizations workOnline onlyCall Number: [EL]Physical Description: 143p. : ill. (col.)
Marine atlas maximising benefits for Vanuatu.
This island nation contains many marine eco-systems, from globally significant coral reefs to mangroves, seagrass areas, seamounts and deep-sea trenches supporting at least 769 fish species, including sharks and rays, as well as whales, dolphins and sea turtles.Available onlineCall Number: [EL]ISBN/ISSN: 978 82 7701 173 8Physical Description: 84 p
Pacific Islands shark and ray policy brief = Requin et raie des iles du Pacifique : note d'orientation
4 copies|Available online (Eng & French)Call Number: VF 7459 ,[EL]Physical Description: 4p. : ill. (col.)