New species found in the Iwokrama Forest
From research done over the years, six new species that are new to science have been found in the Iwokrama Forest . Stilbella iwokramensis (Ascomycotina, Hypocreales) – a new entomopathogenic species (new beetle pathogen species distinguished from other fungi of the genus Stilbella. Carapa akuri – new tree species belonging to the family Meliaceae. Considered endemic to […]
Mexico and Iwokrama to partner on management of protected areas – to boost economic activities
MEXICO’S National Commission of Natural Protected Areas (CONANP) is implementing in collaboration with the Iwokrama International Centre (IIC), a conservation project to enhance the sustainable economic activities in natural protected areas in Guyana. The project focuses on the exchange of experiences and best practices to boost economic activities such as eco-tourism, commercialisation of organic products […]