The Caribbean is one of the world’s main biodiversity hotspots, but also one of the regions most vulnerable to biological invasions. Terrestrial invasive vertebrates represent a major threat to island ecosystems, with ecological, health, and socio-economic impacts that remain insufficiently documented at the regional scale.
In this context, Caribaea Initiative is organizing a Special Symposium & Training Workshop on the Study and Management of Terrestrial Invasive Vertebrates in the Insular Caribbean.
— Change of dates —
The Caribaea Initiative Special Symposium & Training Workshop on the Study and Management of Terrestrial Invasive Vertebrates in the Insular Caribbean has been rescheduled to September 22–24, 2026 (initially planned in June).
This change follows the current international context, which has led to a significant increase in air travel costs, in order to ensure optimal participation from across the Caribbean region.
— Event objectives —
• bring together researchers, protected area managers, conservation practitioners, and students;
• promote the sharing of field experience and scientific results;
• strengthen local and regional capacities for the study, monitoring, and management of invasive species;
• stimulate scientific and technical cooperation between Caribbean territories.
— Format & themes —
The programme will combine:
• plenary lectures by international experts;
• scientific presentations (oral and poster);
• round-table discussions on ethical, regulatory, and operational issues;
• training workshops dedicated to tools, methods, and techniques for managing terrestrial invasive vertebrates.
The topics addressed will include in particular:
• ecological impacts of invasive species,
• monitoring and detection methods,
• management and eradication strategies,
• feedback and case studies from Caribbean islands.
— Call for abstracts – open —
Researchers, conservation practitioners, and students are invited to submit proposals for oral presentations or posters, directly related to the study and management of terrestrial invasive vertebrates (including freshwater species) in the Caribbean.
— Registration – open —
Registration for the event is open. An early bird rate is available.
Discounted rates are also offered to students.
— Practical information —
All information (programme, call for abstracts, registration): https://www.caribaea.org/cissw2026
— About Caribaea Initiative —
Caribaea Initiative is a non-governmental organization dedicated to research, training, and the conservation of biodiversity in the insular Caribbean. It actively supports young Caribbean scientists and develops projects aimed at strengthening local capacities in ecology and conservation.
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