Terrimar - Ambiente e Desenvolvimento Sustentável
The Sea Turtle Directory
Country: Cabo Verde
Organization / Project Name: Sea Turtle Conservation
Website: www.terrimar.org.cv
Email: terrimar.ads@gmail.com
Description: Terrimar - Ambiente e Desenvolvimento Sustentável is a non-profit NGO that has been working in environmental conservation since 2011. It was formerly known as Projeto Vitó Porto Novo, but in 2021 it changed its name to Terrimar, while retaining the same statutes. It works on the conservation of sea turtles, endemic plants, seabirds, marine conservation, and community activities with fishermen.
Species of focus: Green turtles (Chelonia mydas), Loggerheads (Caretta caretta)
Volunteer program: Yes
Tourist activities (Y/N): No
Primary Areas of Work: Genetic sampling, Fisheries bycatch reduction / management, Beach protection, Environmental education/community outreach, Rescue and rehabilitation, Pollution mitigation, Policy, Community development, Nesting beach monitoring
Facebook Profile: https://www.facebook.com/Terrimar.santoantao
Instagram Profile: https://www.instagram.com/terrimarads/