{"id":7931,"date":"2025-06-26T15:05:59","date_gmt":"2025-06-26T13:05:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mubadarat-uicn.org\/?p=7931"},"modified":"2025-07-03T12:41:27","modified_gmt":"2025-07-03T10:41:27","slug":"documenting-libyas-wetlands-a-step-toward-long-term-conservation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mubadarat-uicn.org\/en\/documenting-libyas-wetlands-a-step-toward-long-term-conservation\/","title":{"rendered":"Documenting Libya\u2019s Wetlands: A Step Toward Long-Term Conservation"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Libyan Marine Biology Association<\/strong> is a non-profit organization dedicated to studying and preserving marine and coastal ecosystems, the NGO is one of the beneficiaries of Mubadarat PPI-OSCAN 3 (coordinated by IUCN-Med, funded by FFEM, MAVA Foundation, and the Sigrid Rausing Trust) . The association combines scientific research, community outreach, and advocacy to protect biodiversity, combat invasive species, and promote sustainable practices. Through its mission, the organization seeks to empower local communities and foster long-term environmental stewardship.<\/p>\n

The Wetlands Data <\/strong>base in Libya<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Libya is home to over 220 wetlands, including key sites such as Umm Arizam<\/strong>, Umm Hufayn<\/strong>, and Umm Quramme<\/strong>. These ecosystems are not only reservoirs of biodiversity but also provide crucial ecological services such as water purification, flood control, and carbon storage. Despite their importance, wetlands in Libya remain largely undocumented and unprotected.<\/p>\n

To address this gap, the Wetlands Database in Libya<\/strong> project aims to document and assess the ecological status of two major wetland sites, using a science-based approach and local engagement. The ultimate goal is to build a foundational national database that supports conservation planning and decision-making.<\/p>\n

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Key Activities<\/strong><\/p>\n