A weathered sign reading “Keep Calm and Don’t Litter” stands at the edge of a mangrove wetland on Ambergris Caye, Belize. These coastal mangrove ecosystems play a critical role in protecting shorelines, supporting marine life, and filtering water, making local anti-littering efforts especially important. The sign, posted by community and conservation groups, reflects ongoing grassroots work to preserve the island’s fragile environment amid steady development and tourism growth.
Grand Belizean Estates, Belize
Photo taken in January 2022. © Chad Davis
