TC prepares for activities “National Dugong Day”

Bangkok, Aug. 9- The Department of NRCT prepares to organize activities. "National Dugong Day 2023" marks the 4th anniversary of the passing of Mariam-Jamil and moves forward with the dugong conservation plan Phase 2.

) Set August 17 of every year to be National Dugong Day, since August 17, 2019, was the day Mariam dugong died. And later the dugong Jamil dies. The two baby dugongs were found in Krabi province. The cause of death was caused by separation from the mother. who takes care of breastfeeding and sickness due to waste in the body The story of the two baby dugongs stirred everyone's attention. more on dugong and seagrass conservation issues Including being aware of the problem of marine debris, which is the cause of death. Of rare marine animals At that time, Mr. Warawut Silpa-archa, Minister of Natural Resources and Environment, came up with the concept of "Mariam Project" to solve the problem of rare wildlife and marine animals to be cared for and protected systematically. in all dimensions, and reiterates the goal to increase dugongs in nature to reach 280 by 2022. Therefore, there are guidelines Driving the important plan is the conservation and reduction of threats to dugongs and their habitats. Research studies on dugongs and habitats, rescue and care of stranded dugongs. and promoting awareness and participation through operation The National Dugong Conservation Plan, Phase 1 (2020-2022) has led to a better direction for the said operation plan. The number of dugongs in the wild can be increased from 250 to 273 and the Department of NBTC is ready to continue Implementation of the National Dugong Conservation Plan Phase 2 (B.E. 2023 - 2025) to be successful in accordance with the established guidelines. In addition, modern technology has been applied to survey, monitor and assess the number of marine mammals, populations far from the coast to raise the level Performance of missions in the areas of protection, conservation, survey and assessment and restore marine and coastal resources able to track status watch out for loss Including studying the behavior and habitat of rare marine animals as well

Mr. Apichai said To commemorate and commemorate the 4th anniversary of the passing of young dugongs Mariam and Jameel, the DMCR has scheduled to organize the National Dugong Day 2023 between 16 – 17 August 2023 at center stage area Parking lot in front of Krabi Town, Muang District, Province Krabi for public relations To create knowledge, understanding and consciousness among students, students and the public to see the importance of dugong conservation and source of sea grass in Thailand as well as organizing activities to honor Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Prince Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya In publicizing the implementation of the project to conserve coral reefs and marine life in Thailand in His Majesty's initiative, within the National Dugong Day activity, there will be an exhibition on dugong conservation and seagrass of various agencies Booth of coastal community networks, non-governmental organizations, entrepreneurs involved as well as having a discussion forum to provide academic knowledge on the topic "Past, Present and Future of Thai Dugongs" as well as exchanging knowledge on the topic “The Story of Mariam Jameel on Dugong Management and seagrass beds in 13 areas of Thailand There is also an activity to plant and restore seagrass at Ao Nam Mao, Sai Thai Subdistrict, Mueang District, Krabi Province, together with the 3rd Navy Region and related agencies.-Thai News Agency

Source: Thai News Agency