January 2026

Dr. Mario Lebrato Represents BCSS at SCOR 2025 and Contributes to IIOE-2 Science Plan

In October 2025, the Bazaruto Center for Scientific Studies (BCSS) strengthened its presence on the global ocean science stage as Dr. Mario Lebrato, Chief Scientist and Station Manager, virtually represented the organization at the Annual Meeting of the Scientific Committee on Oceanic Research (SCOR) that took place in Santa Marta, Colombia. This key gathering brings […]

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Diving as a Way of Life: Meet Maria da Graça, BCSS Dive Instructor and Ocean Advocate

Article / By Evan Hamlyn

For Maria da Graça, diving was never just a recreational pursuit — it became a way of life. Today, she is a highly respected Mozambican dive instructor and ocean advocate working between the Bazaruto Center for Scientific Studies (BCSS) and Kisawa Sanctuary on Benguerra Island. Her story is shaped by persistence, courage, and the belief

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A Rare Reef Manta Ray Sighting in the Bazaruto Archipelago

Article / By Ekaterina Kalashnikova

A recent observation of a reef manta ray (Mobula alfredi) within the lagoonal waters of Benguerra Island, filmed by Kisawa Sanctuary’s Community Officer and Activities Manager Querino Huo, in the Bazaruto Archipelago represents an unusual and ecologically significant record. While manta rays are a well-known component of Mozambique’s marine megafauna, reef mantas are most associated

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BCSS 2025 Wrapped: A Landmark Year for Ocean Science in Bazaruto

Article / By Kesia van der Merwe

A Year of Momentum: Science, Discovery, and Global Recognition The year 2025 marked one of the most dynamic and visible chapters in the history of the Bazaruto Center for Scientific Studies (BCSS). What began as a year of steady research quickly grew into a powerful wave of scientific discovery research, global collaboration, community engagement, and

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