Nature reports
Publisher: Dutch Caribbean Nature Alliance (DCNA)
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![Mark J A Vermeij An unbleached star coral (middle) among peers that have been bleached - Oostpunt November 2023](https://cdn-img.newstory.nl/naturetoday/images/optimized/89f15513-d581-4f3f-acd7-a971965ef436.png&h=170&w=270&v=1701867721)
The Caribbean Research & Management of Biodiversity Foundation (Carmabi) has noted that there is another ‘coral bleaching event’ on the coral reefs of Curaçao this year. This phenomenon was noticed about 16 weeks ago and is..
![Henkjan Kievit Black Mangrove roots](https://cdn-img.newstory.nl/naturetoday/images/optimized/3c972ef8-3994-485c-a615-da9c03e31733.png&h=170&w=270&v=1701355636)
A new partnership between World Wide Fund for Nature – Netherlands (WWF-NL) the Dutch Caribbean Nature Alliance (DCNA) and Coastal Dynamics will spearhead an initiative to define future conservation and restoration projects within..
![Alwin Hylkema](https://cdn-img.newstory.nl/naturetoday/images/optimized/273a7542-4459-4cc2-8dc9-525bbbb80d7d.png&h=170&w=270&v=1701093118)
Diadema sea urchins are important algae grazers, but after mass die-off events in the 1980s and 2022 restoration of the species has been slow and difficult. Restocked sea urchins often have a very low survival rate. A new research..
![Kai Wulf Bridled quail-dove](https://cdn-img.newstory.nl/naturetoday/images/optimized/87b511f8-4136-47bd-bc99-4097c7142daf.png&h=170&w=270&v=1700813307)
In alignment with the Nature and Environment Policy Plan (NEPP), a groundbreaking project is underway to address critical environmental challenges and restore Sint Eustatius’ unique ecosystems. This project combines reforestation..
![ArtNphotography- all rights reserved HRH Princess Beatrix, patron of the DCNA’s, receives an artwork made by local artist Armando Goedgedrag.](https://cdn-img.newstory.nl/naturetoday/images/optimized/06519c32-e0cc-4721-9ab2-567af8870478.jpg&h=170&w=270&v=1700570711)
As the world witnesses and experiences the impacts of climate change, turning to nature could be a pragmatic way to adapt. The Dutch Caribbean, with a human population of less than 340,000 and a land area of just 800 square..
![Photo credit: Diego Marquez Green yewel bug.](https://cdn-img.newstory.nl/naturetoday/images/optimized/dc249e3b-3cf4-447f-8ed4-146574e1ce5e.jpg&h=170&w=270&v=1700081636)
The Dutch Caribbean Nature Alliance (DCNA) along with local nature management organizations across the six Dutch Caribbean islands have recently published 'Guidelines for the Design and Conduct of Research and Monitoring Projects..
![Diego Marquez Beetle on passion flower (Passiflora foetida)](https://cdn-img.newstory.nl/naturetoday/images/optimized/75ce2f5c-d174-4c35-bc6c-708028cccb5a.png&h=170&w=270&v=1698111040)
The Dutch Caribbean Nature Alliance (DCNA) and Fundacion Parke Nacional Aruba (FPNA) are proud to announce a symposium on Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) for Ecosystem Restoration and Conservation on the Dutch Caribbean islands. The..
![Hans Smulders Yellow-shouldered Amazon Parrots.](https://cdn-img.newstory.nl/naturetoday/images/optimized/c1753c49-7d5a-484d-bf80-6fd3a13cf772.png&h=170&w=270&v=1697721803)
The local government of Bonaire recently announced the acquisition of the former plantation Fontein, supported by the Dutch government in The Hague. With a significant investment of 3.4 million dollars, the government aims to..
![Rostislav Stach Antillean crested hummingbird](https://cdn-img.newstory.nl/naturetoday/images/optimized/db567dc4-3f7e-4469-8176-6a3917f8259f.png&h=170&w=270&v=1697053369)
A new DCNA project 'Monitoring for Bird Biodiversity Conservation in the Dutch Caribbean' has officially been launched. Through combining enhanced training, field surveys and the use of a standardized monitoring programme, local..
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The (Dutch) Caribbean islands are facing unprecedented challenges posed by climate change, including rising sea levels, intensifying hurricanes, heatwaves, and heavy rainfall. In response to these threats, Royal Netherlands..