Save the Blue Five – Regional approach to protect migratory marine megafauna in the Southeast Pacific Region (SEPR) - Preparation phase

The five species groups whales, dolphins, sharks, sea turtles and manta rays are of outstanding global biodiversity value. They are particularly vulnerable due to their dependence on diverse transboundary habitats. An important way to improve the survival of these species is to develop a transboundary framework for action and to massively promote the implementation of coordinated measures. The project helps to establish a common scientific monitoring system, to coordinate transnational conservation measures, public-private financing mechanisms for the implementation of conservation concepts, and awareness raising. In order to achieve the project goals, the dialogue between the countries and different stakeholders and interest groups is improved and a close cooperation between politics and science is promoted.