An increasing number of dolphins, turtles, sharks and fishes are appearing mutilated by blast fishery in and near three marine protected areas in the south pacific of Nicaragua, with is a biodiversity rich marine coral corridor which support local livelihoods. To address the blast fishing problem and to maintain livelihoods related with fishery we will develop an awareness program which include radio and TV spots, workshops with stakeholders and fishermen and fuel for 'quick response' patrol.
Currently live in these five communities 5000 families living artisanal fisheries with bomb. The use of explosives for fishing craft is threatening all forms of marine life in the Pacific Coast of Nicaragua, including dolphins and endangered turtles. "It's a non-selective fishing method, with the explosion (is) absolutely destroys everything within 30 meters of detonation".
This project aims to develop awareness among fishermen and their families, to stop fishing with bombs and do so in a safe and friendly to the environment.
The project will educate 5,000 families allowing them to eliminate this harmful practice of fishing with pump, providing safety, health and welfare of their families
This project has provided additional documentation in a DOCX file (projdoc.docx).
