Summary: LINI and Olazul are developing sustainable aquarium trade through rearing of post larval reef fish in Les Village. This is an effort to help to maintain aquarium fish and shrimp in captivity both in sea cages and in aquarium tanks. Green Chromis (Chromis viridis) and White-banded Cleaner Shrimp (Lysmata amboinensis) are raised during this…
Abstract: The unique endemic Banggai cardinalfish (Pterapogon kauderni) – BCF is still among the top 10 imported species of marine aquarium fish in the US. The fish has been classified as an endangered species due to concerns over its collection for the aquarium trade. The fish was only re-discovered in 1995, and only limited studies…
Summary: LINI continues to monitor and support the activities of various stakeholders in the Banggai Archipelago. These activities have helped in regulating the trade quotas proposed in 2010. Author: Gayatri Lilley
Summary: Several activities in the BCF Action Plan, which was developed during stakeholder consultation meetings in August 200, have been implemented throughout last year since November 2008. Some of the activities were facilitated and implemented by Yayasan Alam Indonesia Lestari. Authors: Ron and Gayatri Lilley