Studies show affect that environmental challenges are affecting naturally occurring events.
https://newsroompanama.com/2025/09/13/for-the-first-time-in-40-years-panamas-deep-and-cold-ocean-waters-fail-to-emerge/ The natural phenomenon of upwelling, which occurs annually in the Gulf of Panama, failed for the first time on record in 2025. A study led by scientists from the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (STRI) indicates that the weakening of the trade winds was the cause of this event. …
Better compliance over “illegal fishing” keeps PANAMA on EU list until “2026”
https://www.laestrella.com.pa/economia/panama-debera-esperar-hasta-2026-para-eliminar-la-tarjeta-amarilla-de-la-ue-EF15673755 While this process is being carried out, ARAP is seeking to acquire fishing traceability software so that national fishing has the certification of legality to be accepted by the EU, as well as the appointment of more human resources. It will not be until early 2026 that Panama will …
More REAL DATA on “Climate Change” and how it affects our oceans and reefs.
Global increase in photosynthesis on land while it falls in the oceans https://www.prensa.com/mundo/aumento-global-de-la-fotosintesis-en-tierra-mientras-cae-en-los-oceanos/ Land plants drove an increase in global photosynthesis between 2003 and 2021, partly offset by a slight decline in seaweed. The findings, from a study published in Nature Climate Change , could inform assessments of planetary health, improve ecosystem …
PANAMA hopes to be more than silent supporter in battle of “MICRO PLASTICS”
Nations gather in Geneva Tuesday to try to complete a landmark treaty aimed at ending the plastic pollution crisis that affects every ecosystem and person on the planet. It’s the sixth time negotiators are meeting and they hope the last. A key split is whether the treaty should require cutting plastic production, …
One of the “Great Wonders” shows signs of dangerous environmental stress.
LISTEN TO THE SUMMARY https://www.prensa.com/mundo/la-gran-barrera-de-coral-sufre-su-blanqueamiento-mas-extenso-jamas-registrado/ Australia’s Great Barrier Reef has experienced its “most extensive” bleaching event ever recorded , according to a government report released Wednesday warning of the dire health of the natural wonder. Scientists have documented the “most spatially extensive” bleaching event on this reef, considered the largest living structure in the world , …
It’s NOT the Sharks that are DANGEROUS. UNDERTOW/RIP CURRENT kills “The Cosby Show” Actor
https://newsroompanama.com/2025/07/22/rip-currents-and-undertows-take-lives-in-panama-and-costa-rica-beaches/ Actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner drowned on Sunday, aged 54, while vacationing in Costa Rica. The Emmy-nominated The Cosby Show actor was pulled under by strong currents despite rescue efforts from bystanders and emergency responders. THE COSBY SHOW — Pictured: Malcolm Jamal-Warner as Theo Huxtable He rose to fame as Theo Huxtable on The …
PANAMA to host important meeting about sustainable fishing operations.
https://newsroompanama.com/2025/07/11/the-meeting-of-the-inter-american-tropical-tuna-commission-will-be-hosted-again-by-panama/ From September 1 to 5, 2025, Panama will host the meeting of the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission (IATTC) for the second consecutive year. This international meeting will bring together representatives from 20 countries, more than a dozen non-governmental organizations, 250 in-person observers, and another 200 participants connected virtually, with the aim …
Hope you read my earlier post about “JAWS” BS. PANAMA seeing a Hammerhead migration .
https://newsroompanama.com/2025/07/04/some-hammerhead-sharks-in-the-galapagos-are-migrating-to-panama-to-give-birth/ Satellite tracking of a common hammerhead shark (Sphyrna lewini), which was fitted with a tracking device in the Galapagos Islands (Ecuador), has revealed the possibility that some females of this species migrate to give birth, as scientists believe they may have given birth in Panamanian waters. The research …
Tomorrow (or today)…,,,,,,,,ARGRICULTURAL FAIR. Hope you can come.
Get off your lazy asses and come buy some great healthy fruits and veggies. “JB” This coming Friday, June 27th, there will be an Agricultural Fair so you can purchase fresh fruits and vegetables at very low prices and thus support local producers. Everyone is cordially invited to the Alto …
The TRUTH behind the movie responsible for MORE DEATH and GLOBAL DAMAGE EVER MADE!!!
OP ED “JB”- After all these past two weeks of an absolute DUMPSTER FIRE, or in this case LITERALLY “DUNPSTER FIRES” in Bocas, I have a topic I want to truly GO OFF ON. I have mentkioned part of me being in Panama, is my love of the ocean. I …
Monkey Kidnappings occurring in Panama ( possibly being trained by Maduro……..don’t quote me)
Scientists have captured footage of an unusual social tradition in capuchin monkeys abducting infant howler monkeys – a never-before-seen behaviour in wild primates. Researchers at Jicarón Island off the coast of Panama found a baby howler monkey clung to the back of an older male monkey, its tiny fingers grasping fur. But they’re not …
At times I can’t stand this place, but then I remember why….. WONDERFUL WILDLIFE and OCEANS.
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/29/travel/birding-panama-nature.html “Follow me,” Nando said. “I know where it lives.” It was late morning, hot, humid and quiet. Shafts of sunlight cut through the jungle as we followed a path through the latticed shade. A few hundred yards away, gigantic cargo ships stacked with containers chugged along the Panama Canal. …
PNO proudly recognizes TODAY- EARTH DAY 2025
Anyone who knows me, fully understands how I view nature, wildlife, the ocean, and our wonderful planet. So in my life, EARTH DAY is quite meaningful, Below is the OFFICIAL LINK to “EARTH DAY 2025” https://www.earthday.org/earth-day-2025/ Also another LOCAL blog with some great advice for people here. https://playacommunity.com/panama-articles/coronado-community/8038-celebrating-earth-day-in-panama.html …
Dovetailing from yesterday: PANAMA badly addressing bay and plastic cleanup.
https://newsroompanama.com/2025/03/11/panama-implementing-a-city-wide-approach-to-plastic-pollution-prevention/ The Ocean Cleanup has taken another important step in its mission to rid the world’s oceans of plastic with the announcement of a partnership project in Central America to stop the flow of waste into the Bay of Panama. Under a strategic alliance with local partner and non-profit Marea Verde, …
Allocation of potable H20 remains an issue, for mainland and the outer islands.
The market study published by the National Institute of Aqueducts and Sewers (IDAAN) on the PanamaCompra portal did not receive any proposals from the suppliers surveyed. https://www.laestrella.com.pa/panama/idaan-sin-ofertas-para-distribuir-agua-en-cisternas-LB11100469 The IDAAN seeks to alleviate the lack of access to drinking water in communities in Bocas del Toro, Chiriquí, Colón, Herrera, Los Santos, …
Important project for ALL of Panama. Especially with TOURISM. BAY cleanup initiative.
Pollution from solid waste, especially plastics, represents a threat to biodiversity and environmental health. Marea Verde and The Ocean Cleanup have joined forces to launch the “Seven Basins” project, an initiative that seeks to significantly reduce the waste that reaches the Bay of Panama. https://panamanowonline.com/wp-admin/post-new.php https://www.laestrella.com.pa/panama/salvar-la-bahia-de-panama-la-mision-del-proyecto-siete-cuencas-MI11089849 The Bay of Panama , recognized as a …
What has always been the danger in PANAMA waters, being reminded of RIPCURRENTS and TIDE.
According to the entity, the tides will have a maximum height of 17.1 feet (5.18) meters Consider this an: EX-PAT ALERT https://www.laestrella.com.pa/panama/sinaproc-mantiene-aviso-de-prevencion-por-mareas-en-el-pacifico-AP10972211 The National Civil Protection System (Sinaproc) maintains the prevention notice (surveillance and monitoring) for the maximum tides in the Panamanian Pacific, which began at 4:47 am on Saturday, …
Some good news for the blighted over-developed look of PANAMA CITY. GREEN,GREEN,GREEN
https://www-laestrella-com-pa.translate.goog/vida-y-cultura/el-parque-summit-es-designado-como-vivero-y-banco-de-flora-de-panama-PM10859644?_x_tr_sl=es&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=en&_x_tr_pto=sc The project represents an important piece within the Greening Plan of Panama City The Summit Municipal Park has been named the nursery and flora bank of Panama City. This was announced by the Mayor of Panama, through a statement issued by the Environmental Management Department. According to the organization, …
Breaking free from “Canal” talk. Panama POSITIVES at risk with new De-Forestation Numbers.
Panama is one of three carbon-negative countries in the world. In addition, it has been protecting 54% of its marine waters since 2023. The Ministry of Environment of Panama warns of the “worrying” increase in deforestation and degradation in the Central American country and sees the implementation of environmental protection …
LINTON BAY Cover Up: Continued.
According to a technical report from MiAmbiente, there are serious environmental violations in Linton Bay Portobelo https://www.laestrella.com.pa/panama/nacional/denuncian-contaminacion-y-mal-manejo-en-area-protegida-de-portobelo-KE10149120 A technical report issued by the Ministry of the Environment (MiAmbiente) on the Linton Bay Portobelo project, located within the Portobelo National Park, points out serious environmental violations in that area. According to …
SHOCKING!!!! MiAMBIENTE is up to shady shit. Sounds VERY familiar.
OP ED: Tell me, is this the same as,,,,,I don’t know…….having a company owned by a family member performing an environmental audit to be able to promote your real estate project as “GREEN“??? Well it does to me. EVENTUALLY, this type of smoke and mirrors, three card Monty, bullshit will hoipefully …
Debate over accessing protected resources in Panama to continue in 2025.
https://www.laestrella.com.pa/panama/progreso-o-riesgo-ambiental-debaten-impacto-del-corredor-del-caribe-HA10104210 The SCJ lifted the suspension of the Caribbean Corridor, a decision supported by tourism sectors and criticized by environmentalists for its environmental and social impact on Colón. The project promises development, but faces questions about sustainability “A ruling of justice” is how Cristóbal Valencia, president of the Portobelo Chamber …
PANAMA recognizing what needs to be done MARINE wise going forward.
It is everyone’s responsibility to PROTECT and NOT CONTRIBUTE to the pollution of what makes PANAMA special. https://www.newsroompanama.com/environment/panama-strengthens-international-efforts-to-combat-plastic-pollution In order to address Panama’s participation in the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on plastic pollution, including in the marine environment (INC), the Deputy Director of International Organizations and Conferences, Ricardo Pichel, accompanied …
PANAMA celebrating for 13th “Golden Frog Festival”.,,,,,Very Cool. NOT “Red Frog Festival”,,,,,Very F—-D!
This festival (started yesterday) thankfully does NOT include, STEALING, BRIBES, LIES, INTIMIDATION, and BULLSHIT. #stopJH https://www.newsroompanama.com/news/panama-prepares-for-the-thirteenth-golden-frog-festival Panama is preparing to celebrate the 13th Golden Frog Festival, which will take place from August 12 to 18 in various parts of the country. This event, organized by the Smithsonian Tropical …
SUPER RELEVANT Article: About WATER in BOCAS del TORO, and How RESPONSIBLE DEVELOPERS can CHANGE damage done by OLD ONES. # RFB
Local perspectives on marine ecotourism development in a water-insecure island region: the case of Bocas del Toro, Panama https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/marine-science/articles/10.3389/fmars.2024.1377053/full As a dimension of a blue economy, marine ecotourism should, in theory, not only increase economic viability and environmental sustainability but, most importantly, pursue socially equitable outcomes. In tropical and …
Some RARE good news from a POORLY run agency.
The rescue of a pelican, a crocodile and a sloth was the result of the actions of the technicians of the rescue brigade of the Protected Areas and Biodiversity section of the Ministry of Environment (MiAmbiente) in Western Panama. https://www.newsroompanama.com/environment/wild-species-rescued-in-western-panama The pelican was found on El Palmar beach in San …
Canal institutes measures to mandate decreased speed to reduce Whale collisions.
About goddamn time. In Florida they have to slow down for MANATEES. These container ships come in full throttle. The measure will be applied in the maritime traffic separation devices located in Cristóbal, in the Caribbean Sea and on the Pacific Ocean coast. https://www-laestrella-com-pa.translate.goog/economia/canal-de-panama-reduce-la-velocidad-de-buques-para-evitar-choques-con-ballenas-AY8111121?_x_tr_sl=es&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=en&_x_tr_pto=sc To reduce the risk of collisions …
PREZ MULINO: Take a look at RED FROG BEACH in Bocas!! New ASEP fines for operating without concession.
How does 20 years under 4 administrations without a concession sound? Arbitrarily assigning different prices per KwH that are unregulated and essentially a “monopoly” run by an asshole that has been permitted to act with impunity. TAKE A LOOK at ECO-FLOW. Your Welcome Prez. Your pal- “JB”. AMERICAN and …
Dovetailing off yesterday post on PANAMA’s importance to sea-levels.
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/ap-panama-caribbean-pacific-b2558193.html Hammocks began appearing this week in the doorways of 300 new houses built in what was previously a yucca field along Panama’s Caribbean coast for families from the country’s first low-lying island evacuated due to rising sea levels. Indigenous Guna families from the island of Gardi Sugdub ferried stoves, gas cylinders, …
The “Profiteering, Greenwashing, and Prostitution” of PANAMA’s ecology, downplays the significance in LATAM.
Hoping that Mulino sees the “profiteers” that have LIED, CAJOLED, BRIBED, and DAMAGED the preious eco-systems in places like……BOCAS del TORO specifically via irresponsible and illegal development for the sole benefit of money. PANAMA plays a major role in the stabilization of the environment of all of LATAM> JB …