Half Moon Caye

Half Moon Caye is an island and natural monument located at the southeast corner of Lighthouse Reef Atoll in Belize . Here are some interesting facts about Half Moon Caye: 1. Nature Reserve and Marine Protected Area : - Half Moon Caye was the first nature reserve established in Belize under the National Park Systems Act in 1981. - It also holds the distinction of being the first marine protected area in Central America. - The island’s primary purpose is to protect the habitat of the red-footed booby birds . 2. World Heritage Site : - Half Moon Caye Natural Monument is part of the Belize Barrier Reef Reserve System World Heritage Site . - This designation was established by the United Nations World Heritage Committee in 1996, recognizing its importance for marine conservation¹. 3. Ecological Features : - The island’s littoral forest is primarily composed of the orange-flowered siricote tree . - It provides a fragile habitat that supports one of the only viable breeding grounds for the red-footed booby colony in the western Caribbean. - The booby colony contributes to the forest’s stability by providing guano as fertilizer . - Half Moon Caye is also home to the endemic Belize leaf-toed gecko and Allison’s anole lizard . - The southeastern part of the island serves as a sea turtle nesting ground from May to November for the loggerhead , hawksbill , and green turtles , all of which are endangered species. INTRODUCING : TRAVELLING AROUND THE WORLD 4. Activities and Exploration : - Visitors to Half Moon Caye can: - Camp overnight on the beach and experience life on this secluded remote island. - Birdwatch to see frigatebirds and the rare red-footed booby . - Snorkel or dive along the Half Moon Caye Wall . - Explore the island by foot and kayak around the various cayes. - Dive the famous Great Blue Hole nearby. If you ever find yourself in Belize, consider adding Half Moon Caye to your travel itinerary! ‐ℂῦ
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