Bio-diversity

The survival of the Fresh Water Prawn, found in rivers in North East Trinidad (specifically in the Toco Region) is currently under threat as local farmers are using the chemical alpha-cypermethrin to poison the species in the rivers and waterways, thus killing it for sale. This chemical has negative impacts on aquatic ecosystems and has had harmful effects on the river life. This project will adopt best practices of community-based aquaculture farming to ensure sustainable harvesting of the Fresh Water Prawn and support alternative livelihood means. The project will also include a community awareness campaign and ensure safe food practices amongst residents and local businesses who have currently stopped purchasing the Fresh Water Prawn due to the potentially harmful effects on human health of the poisoned species.

Trinidad and tobago