Welcome to our Projects page, where you will find detailed information about each of our research initiatives, including the principal investigator, project objectives, and associated permit numbers. It is important to note that conducting research in any Marine Protected Area (MPA) in South Africa requires valid permits issued by the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE). These permits ensure that all activities align with conservation goals and legal requirements, supporting sustainable research practices.
Objectives Why It Matters The iSimangaliso MPA is a global biodiversity hotspot, home to critical marine species, including sharks, rays,… Read More »Long-Term Key Species and Biodiversity Monitoring Using Stereo-BRUVs in the iSimangaliso Marine Protected Area (2025–2029)
Objectives Why It Matters Rocky shores are dynamic ecosystems essential for nutrient cycling, energy transfer, and marine biodiversity. However, these… Read More »Long-Term Rocky Shore Biodiversity Monitoring in the iSimangaliso Marine Protected Area (2024–2029)
Objectives Why It Matters Spotted ragged-tooth sharks play a vital ecological role, yet their populations are in decline due to… Read More »Long-Term Spotted Ragged-Tooth Shark Monitoring in the iSimangaliso Marine Protected Area (2026–2029)
Project Objectives Why It Matters Endangered elasmobranchs play essential roles in marine ecosystems but are vulnerable to human activities due… Read More »Understanding Inshore Habitat Use and Spatial Risk Factors for Endangered Elasmobranch Species in the iSimangaliso Marine Protected Area (2025–2028)
Objectives Why It Matters Sea turtles are key species in marine ecosystems, yet their in-water life stages remain understudied compared… Read More »Long-Term In-Water Sea Turtle Monitoring in the iSimangaliso Marine Protected Area (2024–2029)
