Potential negative impacts of climate change outweigh opportunities for the Colombian Pacific Ocean Shrimp Fishery.

Climate change brings a range of challenges and opportunities to shrimp fisheries globally. The case of the Colombian Pacific Ocean (CPO) is notable due the crucial role of shrimps in the economy, supporting livelihoods for numerous families. However, the potential impacts of climate change on the distribution of shrimps loom large, making it urgent to scrutinize the prospective alterations that might unfurl across the CPO.

Impact of climate change on Colombian Pacific coast mangrove bivalves distribution.

The mangrove bivalves, and , are pivotal for the Colombian Pacific coast mangrove ecosystems and economies. In this study, the current and future potential distribution of these bivalves is modeled considering climate change. The future models (2030 and 2050) were projected considering the new climate scenarios (SSP1, SSP2, and SSP5) proposed by the IPCC in its sixth report.

Estimating mangrove aboveground biomass in the Colombian Pacific coast: A multisensor and machine learning approach.

The Colombian Pacific Coast is renowned for its exceptional biodiversity and hosts vital mangrove ecosystems that benefit local communities and contribute to climate change mitigation. Therefore, estimating mangrove aboveground biomass (AGB) in this region is crucial for planning and managing these coastal forest covers, ensuring the long-term sustainability of the essential environmental services provided by the Colombian Pacific Coast (CPC). This study employed a spatial estimation approach to assess mangrove AGB, evaluating various parametric and non-parametric models using a multisensor combination and machine learning on the Google Earth Engine (GEE) platform within the CPC.

The economic vulnerability of fishing households to climate change in the south Pacific region of Colombia.

Climate change's direct and indirect effects on marine ecosystems and coastal areas mainly impact small-scale fishers, especially in developing countries, which present extreme poverty and high dependency on marine ecosystems as a source of food and sustenance for households. Understanding the vulnerability of fishing households and considering the associated socio-economic-political complexities is essential for preserving their livelihoods and maintaining their well-being. This study proposes a measure of economic vulnerability based on the capacity of fishing households in Tumaco, located on the southern Pacific coast of Colombia, to diversify their livelihoods.