Cape Verdean NGO dedicated to biodiversity conservation. First to receive the 1st Class Medal of Merit from the from the President of the Republic.
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Being decorated by #CapeVerde highest magistrate is a source of great pride for us. We are very grateful to all our partners and funders who have always believed in us and supported us. Thank you very much
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Did you know some sharks can have around 3,000 teeth, with replacements ready when one falls out? 😮
We shared this and other fascinating facts about sharks and rays with children at Jardim Infantil Flores de São Filipe.
Did you know this?
#Sharks #Rays #EnvironmentalEducation
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Did you know our sea turtle conservation work extends beyond Fogo Island?
We also protect sea turtles in the Rombo`s Islet particularly on Cima`s Islet.
Discover our 2026 monitoring results!
Have you ever visited the islets?
#SeaTurtleConservation #ProjectoVito
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We welcomed National Director of Environment, João Monteiro Mascarenhas, to discuss biodiversity conservation priorities, our Strategic Plan (2026–2030), protected areas and opportunities for institutional collaboration.
#biodiversity #projectovito #caboverde
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Another Outboard Engine Maintenance and Repair Training Course completed in Mosteiros!
Over 24 hours, participants strengthened their technical skills to improve engine maintenance and safety at sea.
#FishingCommunities #PaMAR #Blueventures #faunaeflora
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Sea turtle conservation season 2026 has come to an end!
From June to October, we monitored and protected sea turtles on Fogo Island.
The threats remain, and so does our commitment.
Discover the season's results!
#seaturtleconservation
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The future Sea Guardians of Santa Catarina do Fogo are in training! 🌊
Through the Blue Ventures and PaMAR projects, 15 fishers are developing skills in marine resource monitoring, safety at sea, and marine conservation.
#SeaGuardians #SustainableFisheries #MarineConservation
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On Brava Island, we are surveying invasive species, particularly 𝘓𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘢 𝘤𝘢𝘮𝘢𝘳𝘢 and 𝘍𝘶𝘳𝘤𝘳𝘢𝘦𝘢 𝘧𝘰𝘦𝘵𝘪𝘥𝘢.
This work supports conservation to protect Cabo Verde’s endemic flora, as part of a project funded by the Audemars Piguet Foundation for Trees.
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We took another step towards establishing a fishmongers’ association in São Filipe!
With Blue Ventures and PaMAR, we supported 10 fishmongers in understanding the process of forming an association to strengthen their organisation and improve working conditions.
#projectovitó
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🌱 Restoring Fogo Natural Park!
Over three days, we planted endemic and forest species with local partners, volunteers and students.
Our goal: 6,000 plants to restore degraded areas and protect Fogo’s natural heritage.
#FogoNaturalPark #EcologicalRestoration #CaboVerde
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32 Cabo Verde shearwater chicks were ringed across four colonies on Brava Island, marking the end of another season of monitoring and conservation. 🐦🌊
#Seabirds #CaboVerde #Conservation
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From 23–25 September, we held the National Initiative for Seabird Conservation's first technical and coordination workshop, bringing together partner organisations to share methodologies, address key challenges, and align strategies.
#Seabirds #CaboVerde #Conservation
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Good news for biodiversity on Fogo Island!
Our team identified 6 individuals of Eulophia guineensis, a rare terrestrial orchid, across 5 new sites in Mosteiros.
🔗 Read the full story on our website: bit.ly/projectovito_blog
#Biodiversity #Fogo #Conservation #CaboVerde
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Halfway through the sea turtle nesting season, we’re reviewing progress and strengthening protection efforts on our beaches. 🐢
More nests are a positive sign, but sea turtle captures remain a challenge.
#projectovitó #seaturtles #conservation
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We have confirmed the breeding of the Masked Booby (𝘚𝘶𝘭𝘢 𝘥𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘺𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘳𝘢) on Brava Island
Considered rare in Cabo Verde, the species has been recorded on Brava since March 2026, with new nests and eggs now confirmed.
Read more on our blog: bit.ly/projectovitóblog
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Bringing communities closer to conservation.
On Brava Island, we continue to raise awareness about the proposal to establish the island’s first Protected Area.
#RESILAO #ProjectoVitó #BravaIsland
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On Brava Island, we took another step towards conserving Cabo Verde’s endemic flora.
Together with Biflores, we are strengthening collaboration and community engagement to protect the island’s unique biodiversity.
#ProjectoVitó #Biodiversity #CaboVerde
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Taking care of our mission also means taking care of the people who make it possible.
Our team-building day in Chã das Caldeiras was about strengthening bonds, sharing new experiences and growing together as a team.
#ProjectoVitó #CaboVerde #TeamBuilding
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The results presented correspond to the first months of the monitoring campaign at Ilhéu de Cima, which runs from 15 June to 15 October.
#Season2026 #SeaTurtles #CarettaCaretta #IlhéuDeCima #Results #ProjectoVitó
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What can be built in 17 years?
The answer lies in the second edition of our newsletter.
Read it here:
Magazine: heyzine.com/flip-book/484145…
PDF: bit.ly/ingprojectovitó_apr_…
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The Builders Project is underway!
12 students from Germany and Colombia are joining 12 Cabo Verdean host families. Through dance theatre and the performing arts, they are promoting SDG 15 – Life on Land while fostering cultural exchange and biodiversity conservation.
#SDG15
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