Minister Allicock makes donation to save Arapaimas

South America’s largest freshwater fish, the Arapaima, is rare and, hence, protected by law in Guyana.

Indigenous Peoples’ Affairs Minister Sydney Allicock donated $25,000 to save the fish species which is dying due to the low water levels in the Yupukari River.
The situation was brought to the Minister’s attention during a meeting with the North Rupununi District Development Board (NRDDB). The money donated will go towards the purchasing of fuel for boats to go on rescue missions. Conservation International (CI) will also be contributing to the effort. The commitment was made by Technical Director of CI, Rene Edwards to provide the use of the vehicles, a Government Information Agency (GINA) stated.
The donation was received by NRDDB Treasurer Lakeram Haynes. Members of the NRDDB thanked Minister Allicock for his support in protecting the fish and committed to acting as quickly as possible to rescue those affected.