Exploring the route of the planned canal project. UCA's saving species initiative.

 

 

 

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We are currently on our first expedition to document biodiversity along the route of the planned canal. It is important to do this before it is too late. We started on the Pacific Coast of Nicaragua (Brito region), focusing on three different spots. We observed and collected samples and DNA from birds, snails and butterflies.

Here we attache some pictures of the area, along with some species found along the way. UCA students were trained to look for birds, snails and butterflies, as well as to describe the local flora in different ecosystems. Stay tuned to our FaceBook page for more information.