Marine conservation seminars next month

The Biological Conservation Research Foundation (Bicref) will run a series of educational seminars in June, the first being held at the Park Hotel in Sliema on June 9.

The seminar is open to the public, especially those interested in marine conservation and awareness.

Being held to mark World Ocean Day, which is observed on June 8, these seminars will deal with marine topics ranging from bluefin tuna conservation in the Mediterranean to sustainable management and protection of threatened marine species.

Climate change and its effects on biodiversity, marine related ecotourism and conservation are other current topics that will be covered.

Bicref said that one new project this year is the Eco Aware And Care Seafood Restaurants, which involves finding out how sensitive local seafood restaurants are regarding the species they serve.

Bicref is also encouraging local seafood restaurants get involved in conservation research and awareness to improve the sustainability of their cuisine.

To book for the seminar one can contact Bicref by e-mail at bicref@gmail.com or write to BICREF, PO BOX 30, Hamrun.