Description: The project in Touho municipality aimed to protect biodiversity and ecosystem resilience against climate change effects. Initial field studies, post-UNESCO recognition in 2008, updated knowledge of the ecosystem, identifying mangrove species and degraded areas for restoration while ensuring cohesive ecological actions. The vulnerable mangrove ecosystem, sensitive to human activities and climate change, played a crucial role as a buffer zone and filter for the lagoon. Activities included establishing nurseries, planting, community awareness campaigns, specialised training, field surveys, and continuous mangrove growth monitoring. The project significantly contributed to preserving Touho’s UNESCO heritage and training Hô-üt members in species identification and planting techniques. Observations during planting allowed the identification of adaptable species despite varied environmental conditions, successfully meeting the training objectives of the Hô-üt association members.
Duration: 12 months
