In the past decade, the near-shore reef around Saint Kitts and Nevis has seen a drastic loss of coral coverage and fish numbers, alongside spiking macroalgal growth. The degraded reef has devastating effects on biodiversity and wildlife, and threatens livelihoods in the Caribbean nation. The offshore waters of St Kitts and Nevis cover 20,400 sq km with a shelf area of 845 sq km. These are currently under no protection legislation.
Working with local NGO Blue Conscience, Blue Marine has two major goals:
The Blue Marine team conducted an initial scoping visit to St Kitts and Nevis and have been supporting Blue Conscience since 2024. We have had positive meetings with local community and government stakeholders regarding strategic actions, and will be further developing the project.
Blue Marine’s support in St Vincent and Grenadines has led to a closed season on fishing for the sea snails, and a proposal for nursery rest areas to protect juvenile populations.
This island cluster of the Dutch Caribbean hosts a huge variety of species, many of them unique. Local governments and conservation groups have made major marine protection commitments — and Blue Marine is supporting their delivery.
When the Caribbean nation committed to protecting 30 per cent of its waters in 2024, Blue Marine supported the designation of two extensive marine protected areas. These will be safe home for an abundance of animal and plant life.
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