Diadema are long-spined sea urchins. They are important herbivores that graze on algae, that could overgrow the slow-growing corals on the reef. Their impact on the health of the reef is so great that several projects have focus on
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Sea Urchin Restoration Workshop to Support Coral Reef Recovery
l 5th and 6th on Saba. This workshop will involve coral reef biologists, coral restoration experts, and marine park managers from various Caribbean islands to focus for the first time on the
Vacancy: Marine Park Ranger
Sint Eustatius National Parks Foundation (STENAPA) is currently accepting applications for the position of Marine Park Ranger. STENAPA is a small nature conservation foundation on the island of Sint Eustatius, in the Caribbean
New Statia Trail Guide!
Marion Schroen has explored Nature on Statia and has written a trail guide to help you do the same! STENAPA appreciates the passion that went into both the hikes and the production of this work. Get your hands on a copy and start your exploration of St. Eustatius’ National Parks. The book ‘Walking on St. Eustatius’ is for anyone..
STENAPA Newsletter Wrap Up 2020
What a year! The coronavirus pandemic is almost a year old, so it is no surprise that the highlights of STENAPA over the year 2020 have this in mind. Imagine planting trees while keeping the necessary distance, or while going hiking, doing night patrols..
Sea Turtle Season Begins on Statia
The sea turtle nesting season has officially begun on St Eustatius. STENAPA’s Marine Park Manager and Sea Turtle Program Coordinator, Jessica Berkel found 18 green sea turtle activities (beach crawls with or without successful nesting) …..
