Tanguar Haor - making the most of its natural treasures
15 February 2011 | Video
Alongside being globally important for its exceptional biodiversity, Tanguar Haor also plays a critical economic role for Bangladesh. The wetland supports freshwater fisheries, directly sustains the livelihoods of over 56,000 people from 88 surrounding villages and largely contributes to the country's food production and security.
But the standard of living in Tanguar Haor is very low, and the wetlands are being exploited in an unsustainable manner. IUCN works to make sure that Tanguar Haor’s rich natural resources are being conserved and used more sustainably. It aims to help local communities manage the area more efficiently and create new opportunities to generate income.
For more information, please contact:
AFM Rezaul Karim, Community Based Sustainable Management of Tanguar Haor, e-mail: Rezaul.Karim@iucn.org