Projecto Vitó met with BirdLife International during #UNOC2025 activities in Nice. A productive exchange with Prof. Dr. Aline Kühl-Stenzel and other Cape Verdean NGOs to reflect on our marine conservation efforts and explore future collaboration. #MarineConservation #Biodiversity

OURÉM MUNICIPAL ASSEMBLY DELEGATION VISITS BIOSPHERE RESERVE CENTER – At the invitation of São Filipe Municipal Council, we guided the Ourém delegation through Fogo’s Biosphere Center, showcasing endemic species and the island’s natural and cultural heritage. #BiosphereReserve

🐢 Training for the nesting season! Monitors from Fogo Island and Cima Islet were trained by Projecto Vitó to protect #seaturtles from June to October. Volunteers also joined to boost their knowledge and support #conservation. Turtle is our identity — let’s protect!

Equipment delivery completed! 🔱🌊 Thermal bags were distributed to the Sea Guardians of Mosteiros, alongside a session on sea turtles conservation. A step forward in sustainable fishing & marine protection. #SeaGuardians #SustainableFishing #MarineConservation

A documentary on the conservation of Cape Verde's endemic flora is underway. The Vitó Project, with the support of the Audemars Piguet Foundation, is working on 6 islands to protect more than 50 species. 🎥🌿 #Conservation #CaboVerde

First sea turtles nests recorded on Cima Islet! 🐢 Our team at the Rombo Islets Nature Reserve marks the start of the 2025 nesting season (June–Oct). Turtle is our identity, let’s protect! 💚 #SeaTurtles #Conservation #Biodiversity #CaboVerde

SOS EDU – SAVE A BIRD, PROTECT A LIFE! A fallen Gongon bird (Pterodroma feae) rescued in Fonsaco – Mosteiros. The bird was banded and safely released back into the wild. Big thanks to Zelito & Nelito for their amazing support! #Gongon #FogoIsland #Biodiversity

On June 30th, we welcomed the 6th-grade students from Santa Filomena School to the Biosphere Reserve Interpretive Center in Chã das Caldeiras. A morning full of discoveries about geology, endemic flora, and environmental conservation. Thank you all! #BiosphereReserve #FogoIsland

High school students on Fogo Island joined a week-long environmental training led by Associação Projecto Vitó as part of Projeto Destino Fogo. They explored climate change, biodiversity, and sustainability, becoming youth ambassadors for the planet! #Sustainability #YouthInAction

For the first time, we used the AXYRadar to monitor the Cape Verde Shearwater (Calonectris edwardsii) on Brava Island. This tech tracks GPS + vessel radar signals, helping us understand how these endemic seabirds interact with boats, key data for conservation. #Seabird #AXYRadar

SOS EDU CAMPAIGN Last week in São Filipe, a Boyd’s Shearwater chick and a Bulwer’s Petrel were rescued, cared for, and successfully released back into the wild. Thank you to everyone supporting this vital work. SAVE A BIRD, PROTECT A LIFE! #SOSEDU #Seabirds #FogoIsland

Entrepreneurship and Resilience From June 30 to July 11, Associação Projecto Vitó held training on entrepreneurship & business skills in Brava island as a part of the RESILAO project. Thank you to all participants! #RESILAO #Entrepreneurship

First nests found on Fogo Island!🌋 The first sea turtle nests have already been identified on the island, and our team remains committed to the mission! 🐢🌊 #Conservation #SeaTurtles #FogoIsland #Carettacaretta

Turtle Rescue 🐢 This morning, our team rescued a Caretta caretta found trapped in rocks at Cima Islet. After assessment, it was safely released back to the ocean. Huge thanks to our amazing team for their dedication! #SeaTurtleRescue #CarettaCaretta #MarineConservation

In response to a request from the Guardians of the Sea in Furna (Brava), we met with the Coast Guard and local fishers to discuss licensing, illegal fishing, and better support. Together, we’re building a more sustainable and inclusive approach to managing marine resources.

Discover the Highlights from the Second Quarter of 2025! We are pleased to share the activities carried out by our association between April and June. Magazine link - heyzine.com/flip-book/1de4… PDF link - bit.ly/newsletterapri…

🎥 Filming continues for our documentary on the conservation of Cabo Verde’s endemic plants. Last week we covered Fogo & Brava, capturing landscapes, species like Sarradja, and key interviews. #EndemicPlants #EnvironmentalConservation #Biodiversity

3 sea turtles captured in Salinas 💔 Just 1.5 months into nesting season, this crime puts local biodiversity at risk during a critical phase of the turtles' life cycle. Protect marine life — report illegal activity. 🌊🐢 #SaveTheTurtles #MarineConservation

Working with Fogo’s fishing communities through #PaMAR to map fishing zones, species, and challenges. Local voices are key to ocean conservation and community resilience. #ProjectoVitó

Cape Verde Shearwater Season – Brava Island 🇨🇻 In June & July 2025, the species showed great activity. Huge thanks to our team & volunteers for their commitment to monitoring and protecting this endemic seabird! 💚 #CalonectrisEdwardsii #BravaIsland #Seabirds #Season2025