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New Nature Portfolio Publication Advancing Western Indian Ocean Marine Research

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A newly published Scientific Reports paper, part of the Nature Portfolio, led by Dr. Calum J.G. Murie provides new insight into how reef ecosystems influence shark and ray communities in southern Mozambique. Titled “Fish and coral communities shape elasmobranch reef use in southern Mozambique” (DOI: https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-32333-y), the study is co-authored by Mario Lebrato, Livia Gavard, […]

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Expanding the BCSS Ocean Observatory: BCSS & Kisawa Release 2025 Impact Report

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Long-term marine monitoring, biodiversity research, and conservation impact in the Bazaruto Archipelago and Mozambique Channel. The Bazaruto Center for Scientific Studies (BCSS), in partnership with Kisawa Sanctuary, has released its 2025 Annual Impact Report, documenting another year of long-term ocean monitoring, scientific discovery, and sustainable development across the Bazaruto Archipelago and the wider Mozambique Channel.

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BCSS Hiring Station Manager for the Bazaruto Ocean Observatory

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BCSS is seeking an experienced professional to join our team as Station Manager at the BCSS Ocean Observatory in the Bazaruto Archipelago, Mozambique. As BCSS continues to expand its scientific, conservation, and training programmes, this position will strengthen on-site leadership and coordination in Bazaruto. The role is central to the organisation’s long-term institutional development and

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BCSS Strengthens Leadership Structure in Bazaruto as Network Expands

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The Bazaruto Center for Scientific Studies (BCSS) is entering the next phase of its institutional development, reflecting the continued growth of its research, conservation, and training programmes across multiple sites and partnerships. Over the past years, BCSS has been evolving from a single-site research initiative into a multi-layered scientific platform operating at regional and international

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

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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

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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

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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

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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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Tell the Ocean’s Story: Join the BCSS 2026 Ocean Storytelling Expedition with Mermaid Dani

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Join Mermaid Dani and the BCSS for a guided week of underwater storytelling, creativity, and conservation. Whether you’re a photographer, diver, ocean lover, or simply feeling the pull of the sea, this experience is about learning to tell stories that matter. Dates: 9-16th March 2026 👉 Register your interest below to receive full details. Some journeys

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Train Like a Marine Scientist: Join the Scientific Training Program Mozambique

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Where Paradise Meets Purpose In the heart of Mozambique’s Bazaruto Archipelago lies a place where world-class science meets island living. At the Bazaruto Center for Scientific Studies (BCSS), early-career scientists, university students, divers, and passionate ocean enthusiasts come together to learn, contribute, and grow in one of the most biodiverse marine ecosystems in the Western

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