Climate change effects project bleak outlook for Puerto Rico and the rest of the Caribbean islands

Submitted on 24 May 2023 - 4:31pm

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This was stated by Rueanna Haynes, an expert in climate governance who was on the island to present the keynote address at the Caribe Fest event, focused on the climate crisis.

Climate governance expert Rueanna Haynes warned that as part of the effects of global climate change, Caribbean islands such as Puerto Rico could see their coastal communities disappear, fresh water become too salty to be consumed, and temperatures so high that survival will be difficult or, in some cases, impossible.

Sea urchin repopulation project promotes symbiotic relationship with reefs

Submitted on 24 May 2023 - 3:19pm

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The survival of the species is crucial for the protection of these coastal barriers, as they feed on algae that affect corals.

Conservation specialists urge for the care of leatherback and other turtle species' habitats

Submitted on 24 May 2023 - 11:32am

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The leatherback nesting period in Puerto Rico began at the end of March and may extend until July.

The leatherback nesting season in Puerto Rico began a little over a month ago. Given the reported cases that have resulted in the loss of this and other species of sea turtles, the organization Tortugueros del Sur urged the care of their habitats to ensure that hatchings can be successful.

Sea Grant launches Surfeando PR page

Submitted on 15 May 2023 - 5:10pm

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The Sea Grant Program of the University of Puerto Rico (UPR) based at the University of Puerto Rico Mayagüez Campus (RUM), published the Surfeando PR portal, a map that uses the Google My Maps platform, to illustrate the locations and descriptions of some of the beaches that are most recognized for surfing.