Gaea Conservation Network Inc

28/08/2026

SusGren has received funding from the SVG Conservation Fund through the Agency for French Development (AFD) and will be applying part funding towards the clean up the Ashton Lagoon Mangroves post hurricane Beryl.

Please see flyer attached for the Call for Proposals from suitable contractor/site supervisor.

See link with more information. https://drive.google.com/drive/u/1/folders/1S1seNGpnZosaaFC-I-RngMgcau7cPCtX

27/08/2026

🐾 From Training to Action | Mongoose Culling Event 🌿

After completing the Mongoose Control Training, participants had the opportunity to take what they learned from the classroom and training grounds into the field during a two-day mongoose culling event. The exercise was designed to give trainees practical experience in applying the knowledge, techniques, and skills they had developed throughout the programme while contributing directly to invasive species management in Grenada.

Day 1 | Lake Antoine 🌿

The first day of the culling event took place at Lake Antoine, where participants worked together to put their training into practice. Having previously learned about the different traps, baiting techniques, trap placement, monitoring, and humane control methods, the team was now able to experience the realities of conducting mongoose control in an active field environment.

Participants checked and monitored traps, assessed captures, identified target and non-target species, and applied the appropriate procedures under the guidance of the training team. The fieldwork allowed them to better understand how factors such as habitat, mongoose behaviour, trap placement, and bait selection can influence the effectiveness of a control programme.

Day 1 also marked a special milestone as participants received their certificates of completion, recognizing their commitment, participation, and hard work throughout the mongoose control training. 🎓👏🏽

Day 2 | Mt. Hartman 🐾

For the second day, the team moved to Mt. Hartman, providing participants with another opportunity to strengthen their field skills and apply the techniques they had learned in a different environment.

Working in a new location reinforced an important lesson in invasive species management: effective control requires more than simply setting traps. It involves understanding the landscape, identifying areas where mongoose are likely to be active, strategically deploying control methods, regularly monitoring traps, and responding appropriately to the animals encountered.

The two-day exercise gave participants valuable experience in the complete process—from preparation and deployment to monitoring, identification, and humane control. It also helped build their confidence in working as a team and carrying out responsible field operations.

Most importantly, the culling event demonstrated how training can translate into meaningful conservation action. By equipping local participants with practical skills, we are building greater capacity to continue monitoring and managing invasive mongoose populations beyond the training programme.

Mongoose control is particularly important for the protection of Grenada’s native biodiversity. As invasive predators, mongoose can prey on eggs, hatchlings, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and other vulnerable wildlife. This places additional pressure on species that are already facing threats from habitat loss, natural disasters, and other environmental challenges.

Among the species that stand to benefit from stronger predator control efforts is the critically endangered Grenada Dove. Reducing invasive predators in and around important habitats can help create safer conditions for this rare species and other native wildlife to survive and recover. 🌿🕊️

The success of conservation efforts depends on continued action, collaboration, knowledge sharing, and people who are willing to get involved. These two field days were an important step in turning knowledge into action and empowering participants to become part of the ongoing effort to protect Grenada’s natural heritage.

A heartfelt thank you to all the sponsors, partners, and supporters who made the Mongoose Control Training and field culling activities possible. Your investment in conservation education and capacity building is helping to strengthen the tools and knowledge available to protect Grenada’s wildlife.

And a special thank you to Dr. Carter for sharing his expertise, experience, and guidance throughout the training and field activities. His knowledge was invaluable in helping participants understand the importance of effective, safe, and humane mongoose control.

From learning the theory, to handling the equipment, to stepping into the field and putting those lessons into practice. Our participants have taken an important step toward becoming active contributors to wildlife conservation in Grenada.

Together, we can reduce the threats facing our native species and give Grenada’s wildlife including the Grenada Dove a better chance to survive and thrive. 🐾🌿🕊️

Training Facilitator: Dr Kenrith Carter, DVM
Predetor Control Specialist
Dr Carter Vet- Services

27/08/2026

18/08/2026

from MOAFL Grenada

A new public resource has been launched to support biodiversity conservation, species monitoring and climate resilience. The Grenada Biodiversity Project website, developed by Gaea Conservation Network, was officially launched on Wednesday, with support from the Climate-Resilient Agriculture for Integrated Landscape Management project, UNDP Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, and the Global Environment Facility (GEF).

The website brings together baseline information, videos, monitoring goals, policy resources, and field protocols focused on some of Grenada’s important and under-documented species and conservation priorities and is designed to improve access to biodiversity information, strengthen long-term monitoring, and support greater public awareness of conservation efforts across the country.

The Website is https://www.grenadabiodiversity.org/
The Grenada Biodiversity Project website is expected to serve as an evolving resource for conservation partners, educators, policy makers, researchers, and members of the public interested in Grenada’s biodiversity and environmental resilience.

Link in bio to view the newly launched website.

03/08/2026

Grenada Broadcasting Network

A new chapter for biodiversity conservation in Grenada! 🇬🇩

The Grenada Biodiversity Project website has officially launched, marking an important milestone in strengthening biodiversity conservation, species monitoring, and climate resilience across Grenada.

Developed by Gaea Conservation Network with support from the Climate-Resilient Agriculture for Integrated Landscape Management (CRAILM) Project, UNDP Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, and the Global Environment Facility (GEF), the website serves as a central hub for biodiversity information, conservation resources, and monitoring tools.

The platform features information on some of Grenada’s most important species and conservation priorities, including the Critically Endangered Grenada Dove, Grenada Frog, sea turtles, invasive species management, and humane mongoose control. Users can also access monitoring protocols, educational videos, policy resources, and field guides that will continue to evolve as new research and conservation methods emerge.

The website is the result of collaborative efforts involving government agencies, researchers, conservation practitioners, community partners, and citizen scientists who are working together to safeguard Grenada’s natural heritage. By improving access to reliable biodiversity information, the platform will support research, education, informed decision-making, and greater public engagement in conservation.

Together, we can build a more climate-resilient future while protecting the incredible wildlife and ecosystems that make Grenada unique. 🌱💚

28/07/2026

Today, on International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem, we celebrate one of nature’s greatest protectors while recognizing the urgent need to restore what has been lost.

Mangroves are far more than coastal trees. They are living barriers that shield our shorelines from storm surges and erosion, provide safe nursery habitats for fish and other marine life, store significant amounts of carbon, improve water quality, and support the livelihoods of coastal communities. Healthy mangroves are the foundation of resilient ecosystems and thriving island nations.

In 2024, Hurricane Beryl left a devastating mark on Carriacou, uprooting and damaging vast areas of mangrove forests. The destruction exposed vulnerable coastlines, disrupted vital habitats for countless species, reduced natural coastal protection, and highlighted just how critical these ecosystems are in helping islands withstand the impacts of climate change and extreme weather.

But restoration brings hope.

The replanting of mangrove propagules across Carriacou is more than planting trees, it is an investment in the future of our islands. Every propagule placed in the ground represents a step toward rebuilding habitats for birds, fish, crabs, and other wildlife, strengthening our coastlines against future storms, and ensuring that future generations inherit healthier, more resilient ecosystems.

As these young mangroves take root, so does our commitment to conservation. Together, we can restore what was damaged, protect what remains, and give nature the opportunity to flourish once again.

🌿 Happy International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem. Let’s continue working together to protect, restore, and celebrate these remarkable coastal forests.

23/07/2026

🌿 Wrapping Up the Mongoose Control Training at Lake Antoine 🐾

Over the past three days, participants immersed themselves in an intensive, hands-on training programme designed to strengthen Grenada’s capacity to manage one of the island’s most destructive invasive predators—the small Indian mongoose.

This training was more than just learning how to set traps or use equipment. It was about understanding the critical role invasive species management plays in protecting Grenada’s biodiversity. Introduced decades ago, the mongoose has become a major threat to our native wildlife, preying on birds, reptiles, amphibians, and small mammals. Ground-nesting birds are especially vulnerable, including the critically endangered Grenada Dove, whose survival depends on reducing the pressure from invasive predators.

Throughout the training, participants gained invaluable knowledge and practical experience in every stage of the control process. They learned about the biology and behaviour of mongoose, the importance of strategic trap placement, and the safe and effective use of the Tomahawk live trap. They assembled, baited, deployed, and monitored traps in the field, identified captured species, and practiced humane dispatch techniques using air rifles while following established animal welfare protocols. Participants also learned how to safely handle captured animals, identify the s*x of a mongoose, distinguish target from non-target species, and release native wildlife, such as opossums, back into their natural habitat.

One of the greatest takeaways from this training was seeing how effective well-planned trapping programmes can be. Every invasive mongoose removed from the environment helps reduce predation on native wildlife, creating safer habitats for species that are already under pressure. Conservation is not achieved through one action alone, it is built through consistent monitoring, responsible management, collaboration, and the dedication of trained individuals who are committed to protecting Grenada’s natural heritage.

A heartfelt thank you goes to Dr. Carter for sharing his expertise, experience, and practical knowledge throughout the training. His guidance ensured participants not only understood the science behind mongoose control but also the importance of carrying out every task safely, ethically, and humanely.

We also extend our sincere appreciation to the sponsors and partners whose support made this training possible. Your investment in conservation, education, and capacity building is helping to equip local practitioners with the skills and confidence needed to safeguard Grenada’s biodiversity for generations to come.

Together, we are taking meaningful steps toward protecting our forests, our wildlife, and our future. Every trained participant, every trap deployed, and every invasive predator removed brings us one step closer to a healthier ecosystem where native species—including the Grenada Dove—have a greater chance to survive and thrive.

🌿 Conservation is a shared responsibility, and this training is another milestone in ensuring that Grenada’s unique wildlife continues to have a future.

Training Facilitator:
Dr Kenrith Carter
Predator Control Specialist
Dr Carter Vet-Services

23/07/2026

Discover how Sustainable Grenadines Inc. (SusGren) through funding ...

18/07/2026

Share and tell a seafood lover.