Mamiwata is an African name for a spirit believed to be embodied by the manatee. This blog chronicles my search for the elusive African manatee, and my exploration to understand its biology, habitat and preservation needs, economic and cultural significance. So little is known about this animal, yet it is intensely hunted almost everywhere it exists and may already be gone from much of its previous range. In 2006 I was inspired to go find and study them, starting in Gabon.
Friday, December 19, 2008
I just received a nice Christmas present- Columbus Zoo has notified me that they have awarded me a grant for my work in Gabon! This is my second year of funding from them, and I will always have a special place in my heart for them, because they were the first funders to award me money for my work in Gabon. This time the money is especially appreciated so that I can continue my work here this year... in these tough economic times it is hard to sustain a project like this. So a huge thanks to Columbus and the people there who made this funding possible!
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Lucy! I remember when you first applied to the Columbus Zoo for a conservation grant. How neat that they are continuing to support your work. Kudos to the Columbus Zoo and Rebecca Rose for all of the conservation support they provide around the world!
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