Association of Reef Keepers
The Sea Turtle Directory
Country: Virgin Islands, British
Organization / Project Name: ARK Sea Turtle Recovery Programme
Website: www.bviark.org
Email: info@bviark.org
Description: ARK works to protect and restore sea turtle populations in the BVI by monitoring nesting and foraging turtles and their habitats. In partnership with government agencies, local communities, and regional research networks, the programme combines field monitoring, new technologies, and shared knowledge to support evidence-based management and contribute to local and wider Caribbean and international sea turtle conservation efforts.
Species of focus: Green turtles (Chelonia mydas), Leatherbacks (Dermochelys coriacea), Hawksbills (Eretmochelys imbricata)
Volunteer program: Yes
Tourist activities (Y/N): Yes
Primary Areas of Work: Environmental education/community outreach, Policy, Fisheries bycatch reduction / management, In water research, Rescue and rehabilitation, Nesting beach monitoring, Stranding response
Facebook Profile: @BVIARK
Instagram Profile: @BVIARK