“We have a rich and diverse sea, a source of well-being and wealth that must be preserved”
To support the Marilles Foundation Initiative, our sister newspaper Ultima Hora is giving away a free poster every Saturday from May 22 to June 19, which are a brilliant guide to the fauna in the waters surrounding our Islands.
Aniol Esteban
Aniol Esteban
Marilles foundation: Are you curious to learn more about the sea that surrounds us?
What have been the consequences of the pandemic for the Balearic Sea?
Shoal of fish
shoal of fish
Marine Reserve of Llevant, Majorca
Marine Reserve of Llevant, Majorca.
Marine Protected Areas LABS: Gathering ideas, harvesting solutions
Management and research programmes are necessary for solid follow-up after designation, effective monitoring, good governance and, above all, appropriate financing.
Local fishermen
local fishermen.
Mallorca al plat and Stewards of the Sea – increasing demand for sustainable local food products
Covid has made evident the vulnerability of the economic model of the Balearic Islands.
1500 volunteers to protect the Minorca coastline
Marilles aims to success in the conservation of Balearics marine life and becoming world-leading example.
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Seaweeds that talk about the quality of the sea
The “water turning green” episodes are linked to an excess of nutrients into the sea.
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Green, brown and red – Balearic seaweeds
We can learn lots about the state of marine ecosystems throughout seaweed.
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If we can’t go to the sea – let’s bring the sea home
Under the lockdown we’ve launched the #enamarar initiative encouraging people to share a photo of the Balearic sea, to build a collective virtual aquarium and have a small window through which to enjoy the sea from home.
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Bringing funders together: a recipe for change!
If you want to join us in making the Balearcics a world-leader in marine conservation, we would love to hear from you.
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Diving without getting wet!
Cinemar is a way to inspire and create debate among the population, to raise awareness about problems, to highlight solutions to conserve the marine environment.
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Shark and rays in Majorca: nothing to fear and so much to learn!
A healthy marine ecosystem is one with healthy populations of shark and rays. This is why conserving these species is a key priority for Marilles Foundation.
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Marine Forum: 1 day of talks - 364 days of action
MPAs are a critical tool that is delivering good results in the Balearic Islands but with lots of margin for improvement.
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