The Crested Iguana is an endangered species of Fiji which may have, as the
Fijians themselves did, once travelled from far away, across the Pacific
Ocean, to settle on the islands thousands of years ago. In more recent
times another traveller from a distant land, the mongoose, has been
brought to Fiji to assist in the control of rats infesting the sugar cane
fields. The mongoose along with another introduced species, the goat, have
been identified as being the underlying cause for the near extinction of
the rare and unique Crested Iguana of the Fijian Islands.
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Discover the reasons why
the mongoose was brought to the Fijian Islands. Its introduction has had a
considerable impact upon the sensitive natural environment and indigenous
animal species of the islands. Conservationists have endeavoured to
resolve the problems but have these methods been affective to ensure a
sustainable future for the islands is possible? Sustainable processes are
peace-building and ensure happy win-win endings for everyone involved,
especially the animals. Imagine and create some creative solutions that
could also be used throughout the world. Story sharing can become a
powerful process in supporting any change in people's thinking and
behaviour.
