Why is protecting this Honduran lagoon so dangerous? 

Protecting the Laguna de los Micos: A Dangerous Task

The Laguna de los Micos in northern Honduras is a vital marine ecosystem, home to numerous species of coral reef fish and surrounded by mangroves.

Local communities have voluntarily agreed to suspend fishing for two months a year, allowing fish populations to recover.

This initiative is a rare example of successful community-based conservation.

Author's summary: Conservation efforts in Honduras' Laguna de los Micos face dangers.

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Mongabay News Mongabay News — 2025-10-22

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