PolicyThursday, August 6, 2026Mongabay
How social media and parrotfish poop are protecting the Maldives
Innovative use of social media has mobilized community awareness and action against illegal fishing of vulnerable species in the Maldives, while research shows that parrotfish play a crucial role in maintaining reef health through their natural waste processes. This grassroots approach highlights the intersection of digital advocacy and ecological protection in a fragile marine environment.
