- Publication (DD-MM-YYYY)
- 15-01-2026
- Creator / Author
- ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity
- Publisher
- ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity
- Contributor
- GEF, UNDP, and the governments of Indonesia, the Philippines, and Thailand
- Language
- English
- Keywords
- Groupers, Spawning, MPAs, ASEAN ENMAPS, Sustainable Fisheries
This video explains the formation of spawning aggregations by grouper species and their importance for fish reproduction, while also noting the increased susceptibility of these species to fishing pressure during spawning periods. It describes the ecological role of groupers in marine ecosystems and their relevance to food security for many communities. The resource highlights the role of marine protected areas, including those supported under the ASEAN ENMAPS initiative, in the protection of spawning sites within regional MPA networks in Indonesia, the Philippines, and Thailand. |
ACB Flagship Initiatives, Programmes, and Projects:
- #WeAreASEANBiodiversity
- Biodiversity Conservation
- Communication, Education, and Public Awareness (CEPA)
