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Since the mid-1980s, he has been the driving force behind efforts
to restore Bindoy's coastal resources, which have suffered from
habitat destruction, erosion, and overfishing. When he's not
pursuing his livelihood as a fisherman, Vailoces plants mangrove
trees, builds artificial coral reefs, and patrols local waters
for signs of poaching or cyanide or dynamite fishing. He has
recruited a task force of 50 volunteers that has apprehended
several hundred fisherman for illegal activities.
photo © Don Hinrichsen
"Before, we were slowly killing ourselves. Now we are rebuilding our resources for the future--our children and grandchildren."
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gene carl feldman (gene@seawifs.gsfc.nasa.gov) (301) 286-9428