Marine Conservation Society Seychelles (MCSS)

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Marine Conservation Society Seychelles (MCSS)

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Environmental NGO dedicated to the conservation of marine and coastal ecosystems in Seychelles

The Marine Conservation Society, Seychelles is a non-governmental organisation made up of local scientists, ecologists and conservationists. The aims of the MCSS are to improve the conservation of marine eco-systems through scientific, management, educational and training programmes. The MCSS is a non-membership organisation which facilitates projects through the organisation of volunteers, raising of finances and the provision of facilities and equipment. Many of the projects are carried out cooperatively with other organisations or government bodies.

16/10/2026

🪸 This week, our project leader, Yasmine, gave our new volunteers an overview of coral anatomy and species identification. This foundational knowledge will give them a deeper appreciation of our restoration work as they head out on their weekly dives to support coral nursery maintenance and outplanting! 🌊

14/10/2026

This restored reef at Cerf Island is made up of coral colonies initially sourced from donor sites within and around the Ste Anne Marine National Park. These colonies are selected based on the assumption that they may have some degree of thermal tolerance. Selection is generally based on two criteria: colonies are found in shallow water (< 1.5m) and are relatively large (> 2m, depending on the species). By propagating these colonies, we aim to restore reefs that are better able to withstand future marine heatwaves.

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UNDP Seychelles

09/10/2026

Engaging with the public and having them join in on a turtle patrol is a great way to do education awareness and it's especially great when they are as enthusiastic about sea turtles as we are. Unfortunately no sea turtle encounters but a few tracks and nests were found, which were enough to spark some excitement.

09/10/2026

🦈 This week, our Science Coordinator met with the Equinoxe Seychelles students to discuss her elasmobranch bycatch monitoring project, funded by the Save Our Seas Foundation. She explained how to collect data from captured rays and sharks, as well as techniques to identify different species and sexes. She also highlighted the core principles of collaborating with local fishermen, emphasising a respect for their livelihood. Following the presentation, the students took a short quiz to test their comprehension, and all three passed with flying colors! 💯

🎣 Moving forward, the students will assist with opportunistic data collection, gaining their first hands-on experience in marine scientific work.

👏 A huge thank you to Equinoxe Seychelles for giving us the opportunity to share our work with their students and for lending a helping hand!

07/10/2026

🐬 Do you often spot dolphins or whales out on the water? 🐋

📍 Help us map key cetacean habitats across the Seychelles by sharing your sightings! Whether you’re a boat owner, charter guest, or a diver, your observations make a difference and will help us build the country’s first national cetacean database! 🇸🇨

🏆 The citizen scientist who sends in the most sightings over the next quarter will win a bundle of fun cetacean-themed prizes!

🤝 Ready to contribute? Send us your sighting info today via Whatsapp or email!

🫍 The cetacean project is a proud collaboration between MCSS and University of Seychelles, funded by SeyCCAT BGF9.

Photos by Will Hadock (left) and redcharlie (right) on Unsplash.

05/10/2026

🤿 Last week, our dive team at Hilton Seychelles Northolme Resort & Spa was blown away by the incredible visibility! The coral reef, filled with tabular Acropora corals and vibrant reef fish, looked breathtaking under the crystal-clear water and warm sunlight. We love sharing these glimpses of the underwater world, particularly for people who don’t snorkel or dive, so that everyone can appreciate the beauty of these incredible ecosystems! 🪸

02/10/2026

📣🐢 Nesting sea turtle season is officially upon us! Our dedicated team is currently patrolling the key nesting beaches in southern Mahé, searching for tracks and emerging turtles.

🤝 If you’d like to support MCSS’s conservation efforts, you can sponsor a sea turtle for just €30. Your sponsorship includes an official certificate and photographic updates when your turtle is encountered again. We thank you for your support!

30/09/2026

📣 Exciting update from our Cetacean Monitoring Project, in collaboration with University of Seychelles, funded by SeyCCAT BGF9 - As we near the end of our third quarter, we are thrilled to report a total of over 80 sightings across 7 cetacean species, thanks to our incredible citizen science network! Sightings submitted by the public are allowing us build these vital maps, which help us better understand key habitats for dolphins and whales around the inner islands 🐋🐬

👏 A huge thank you to everyone who has contributed so far! Equinoxe Seychelles Freediving Seychelles Whitetip Divers Mason's Travel | Seychelles Island Tours 🇸🇨 Moyenne Foundation Zil Air

28/09/2026

🤩 Last week, our whale shark team was extremely lucky as they spotted a manta ray just off the coast of Beau Vallon! Spotting one of these species so close to shore among the inner islands is a rare and spectacular sight! 🌊

🤿 The team managed to dive underneath the manta ray to photograph its underside, where its unique spot pattern can be used for individual identification. By sharing these photos with other NGOs who run dedicated manta surveys among the outer islands, we hope to find out just how far this gentle giant has travelled! 🌍

Equinoxe Seychelles

📸 Photos by Keanu Rawer (https://500px.com/p/keanu_photography)

24/09/2026

🌍 This week, MCSS participated in an IUCN Red List Assessor Training Workshop, organised and delivered by The Deep in collaboration with Ministry Of Environment_Energy_Climate_and Natural Resources, and sponsored by D’Arros Research Centre.

📊 The workshop covered key criteria for evaluating species on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, including population reductions, fragmentation, geographic range, and more. Participants were then presented with several real-world case studies and practiced producing IUCN Red List assessments. Finally, the group discussed national priorities for upcoming species assessments in Seychelles, laying a strong foundation for future efforts 🇸🇨

📸 Photos taken by Rob Bullock and Shania Talma

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http://www.mcss.sc/

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