BBC article on Chagos’ amazing coconut crabs
An article has just been published in the BBC Earth website which describes the amazing coconut crabs of Chagos. It is illustrated with images taken by several CCT members who are carrying out research on these huge arthropods.
Chagos is a hugely important reserve for these heavily exploited creatures, whose numbers have increased dramatically since the islands have been uninhabited. The website can be seen at
http://www.bbc.com/earth/story/20141208-huge-crabs-that-munch-on-coconuts
This year's issue of Chagos News is out! And it's packed with articles about the latest conservation research and work happening in the Chagos Archipelago
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This year’s Chagos Conservation Trust festive e-card was sent to our members last week – you can view it here.
It features a stunning picture of a Chagos green turtle drawn by our...
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The Chagos Conservation Trust has been successful with its Darwin Plus Main and Local Programme applications, being awarded nearly £1million to undertake three Healthy Islands, Healthy Reefs (HIHR) nature restoration projects in the northern atolls – and largest island, ...
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