Fins Works To Reduce Lionfish Population

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Fins Works To Reduce Lionfish Population

PGTV

July 31, 2026

The lionfish has been in Belize for quite a few years now.

It is an invasive species that poses a serious

threat to the marine environment. One organization, known as FINS,

which stands for Fighting Invasive

and Non-Native Species, is taking action to reduce the lionfish population.

The organization has a team

that is not only removing this invasive species

but also using it as a way to generate income.

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Turtle Monitoring Summer Camp

PGTVJuly 31, 2026

Summer is here, and it’s time for summer camps. One of the most unique camps is taking place at the Sapodilla Cayes Marine Reserve. Participants are helping monitor sea turtles and collect data on the endangered hawksbill turtle during its nesting season. The camp has been organized by PNP and PGTV for many years.

Fins Works To Reduce Lionfish Population

PGTVJuly 31, 2026

The lionfish has been in Belize for quite a few years now. It is an invasive species that poses a serious threat to the marine environment. One organization, known as FINS, which stands for Fighting Invasive and Non-Native Species, is taking action to reduce the lionfish population. The organization has a team that is not only removing this invasive species but also using it as a way to generate income.

Debate Over Fish Traps In PHMR

PGTVJuly 29, 2026

It has been a debate that has been ongoing for years, but when the Port Honduras Marine Reserve was first established, no fish traps were allowed inside the marine reserve. Some years later, someone discovered a glitch in the Statutory Instrument that was signed, and suddenly fish traps began to appear inside the reserve. Some...

BYRISE 3rd Annual Summer Camp

PGTVJuly 29, 2026

BYRISE’s 3rd Annual Summer Camp came to a close on Friday July 24th. At the conclusion of the camp, certificates were presented to the young participants. For the first time, the camp also concluded with an exhibition baseball game, giving some of the children the opportunity to play in their very first baseball game.

Belize Men’s National Volleyball Team Celebrated After AFECAVOL Gold

PGTVJuly 28, 2026

On Friday July 24th, residents gathered to welcome and celebrate Belize’s men’s national volleyball team, following their gold-medal victory at the III AFECAVOL Men’s Final Four. The motorcade travelled through several streets in Punta Gorda before ending at Central Park. The celebration also recognized the achievement of a member of the national team who proudly...

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