Research & Monitoring

Bonaire is home to a wide range of ecosystems and numerous plants and animals with a special conservation interest.

Lively coral reefs, waving beds of seagrass, crystal clear bays, mangrove forests, colorful saliñas and tropical dry forests make this island treasured by its local people and nature lovers around the world.

In addition, this tiny Caribbean island features four internationally recognized wetland areas that are under the protection of the Ramsar convention. STINAPA Bonaire is mandated by the Island Government of Bonaire to manage the two national parks of Bonaire.

Successful management of nature areas is dependent on good legislation and governance, monitoring of resources, and sustainable development.

Here we’ve highlighted just a few of our Research and Monitoring projects, click each photo to learn more!

Proyekto Parke Bunita

Climate Resilience Project

Lionfish Monitoring Program

Lac Pa Semper - RESEMBID

Learn more about what we do

Research & Monitoring

Ecosystems

For more information about Bonaire's diverse ecosystem, please click the photos below.

Coral Reefs

Mangroves

Seagrass

Saliñas

Dry Forest

Freshwater Wells

Caves

Protected species

Marine species

Bonaire’s National Marine park is home to a wide array of species. From the tinest of invertebrates to massive whales, there are nearly 400 protected species inhabitating our local waters.

Terrestrial species

Bonaire is home to over 200 protected terrestial species. From underground insects to acrobatic bats, Bonaire’s unique terrestial species can be found wherever you look.

Flagship Species

In addition to endangered or endemic species, flagship species also includes those who are iconic, associated with local culture or have other economic or recreational value on Bonaire

Invasive Species Management

Invasive species can overpopulate or outcompete local species, causing an overall degradation of local habitats, biodiversity and resilience across the island.