Critically endangered species are those facing a HIGH risk of becoming EXTINCT!
The International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Grouper and Wrasses Specialist Group has classified 13% of the grouper species assessed to date as threatened (i.e. critically endangered, endangered or vulnerable) and 14% as near threatened.nAmongst this list is the Nassau grouper, which has seen drastic reductions in abundance throughout its native range which includes, The Bahamas, Caribbean and part of the Gulf of Mexico.
The CLOSED season (Dec 1 – Feb 28) is one of the management measures that can help to rebuild Nassau grouper populations. It has been designed to protect them during the months when they migrate to and from home reefs to spawning aggregations to breed or reproduce. Check out our latest poster below, created with our conservation partner Friends of the Environment, to learn about the conservation status of Nassau grouper and how you can help to save this CRITICALLY ENDANGERED species.
Listening for Nassau Grouper at Cayos Cochinos
Our Senior Scientist Dr. Krista Sherman just returned from her fourth year training Honduras Coral Reef Foundation staff on acoustic telemetry, listening for Nassau grouper at Roatan Bank.
The Complete Guide to Planting Coral Reefs: Restoration Methods That Work
Plan your diving trip to Green Turtle Cay, Bahamas. Discover the best dive sites, coral reefs, how to get there, where to stay, and why this Abaco island is a hidden gem for underwater adventure.
Green Turtle Cay Travel Guide for Divers
Plan your diving trip to Green Turtle Cay, Bahamas. Discover the best dive sites, coral reefs, how to get there, where to stay, and why this Abaco island is a hidden gem for underwater adventure.
Become a PADI Dive Instructor in The Bahamas | Conservation-Focused IDC
Become a PADI Dive Instructor in The Bahamas | Conservation-Focused IDC | Perry Institute for Marine Science Education & Training Ready to take your diving skills to the next level
Stream2Sea Coral Care: The World’s First Reef-Positive Sunscreen
Stream2Sea Coral Care: The World’s First Reef-Positive Sunscreen | Perry Institute for Marine Science Conservation Partners Stream2Sea Coral Care: The World’s First Reef-Positive Sunscreen Discover why PIMS has partnered with
Build a Coral Reef for the Holidays | PIMS x Partanna
PIMS is partnering with Partanna to build a 100m² carbon-negative reef. Rick Fox is matching donations up to $25k. Help us build a sanctuary for the future.
