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The Story of the Marine Tabu of Waitabu in Bouma Taveuni

This production captures the success story of one the longest community-based marine protected area in Fiji that Conservation International — Fiji  has focused many studies on.

In 2007, Conservation International — Fiji established a Science to Action Program to support effective decision makings on resource management through the use of applied natural and social science.

Elia’s Story: The Story of the Marine Tabu of Waitabu in Bouma Taveuni

The Story of the Marine Tabu of Waitabu in Bouma Taveuni

The Story of the Marine Tabu of Waitabu in Bouma Taveuni

Acknowledgement

Conservation International — Fiji would like to acknowledge the support provided by John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation in supporting Cl’s marine projects.

We also wish to acknowledge the contributions of:

  • Fiji Locally Managed Marine Area (FLMMA) Network
  • Seaweb
  • Resort Support
  • And especially the communities of Waitabu Village in Bouma, Taveuni .

This material is a product of the Science to Action Program.

Elia’s story is supported through the study results of Conservation International’s marine projects in Waitabu from 2007 – 2012.

Copyright © 2013 Conservation International Foundation

Permission is granted to duplicate the material for non-commercial, non-profit educational purposes only, and provided acknowledgement is given. All other rights are reserved.

Contact Conservation International-Fiji for permission to re-use illustrations

Conservation International Foundation 3 Maafu Street, Suva Ph: 3314593

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  1. Helen Sykes says

    February 24, 2014 at 6:13 pm

    100 copies of this book have been distributed amongst the two local schools, the leaders of the neighbouring communities, and all the members of the 2014 survey team, who are the newest part of the Waitabu story. More copies are to be spread across the Fiji Locally Managed Marine Areas network, to share the success story with other Fijian communities.
    I’d like to thank Alumeci of Seaweb and Loraini of Conservation International who made this happen.

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Arrive in the tree-adorned island of Taveuni to discover a tropical paradise you’ve only dreamed about. Slip on your fins and mask and slide into the warm waters of Fiji. Let all the stress of everyday life fall away as you make your way along the magical reef of Waitabu.

The communities of Waitubu and Bouma came to protect their native fishing grounds in 1998. Their foresight and diligence has allowed visitors, like yourself, the opportunity to share in the beauty of the Waitabu Marine Park. These crystal-clear waters are home to the most amazing marine species you may ever see. Don’t be too surprised when you pass a sea turtle or find yourself following a gentle ray. You know you’re in paradise when you’ve landed in the Waitabu Marine Park.

Wake up and see the beautiful sunrise over the marine park as the start of every new day begins in Waitabu

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In 1998 the Waitabu Village of Taveuni declared its fishing grounds or "qoliqoli" to be "tabu" -- a no-take fishing zone. NZAID initially supported the designation with funds for biological surveys and administration. The Wainileli and the Bouma qoliqoli, were continually and heavily overfished, resulting in small fish stocks and damaged coral. Through the continuous drive of community members and non-governmental agencies, the region is now celebrating a healthy and abundant reef for the past 20 … Read More >>

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