Ichthyological Society of Hong Kong
organization
The Ichthyological Society of Hong Kong (Chinese: 香港魚類學會) (ISHK or HKIS) is a non-profit non-government organization in Hong Kong, for professional studies on ichthyology, biodiversity and promotion of ichthyological knowledge to the public.
History
1 September 2008: Started operation, with Mr. Chong Dee-Hwa as the chairman.
9 January 2010: Inauguration ceremony held at Hong Kong Central Library and a 3-day inaugural exhibition for the public from 9 to 11 of January 2010.
Operations
Since the establishment in 2008, ISHK promotes ichthyological-science to the public by following activities:
Ichthyological workshops
Stream guidance tours
Guided tours (Day and overnight tours)
Publication of literature
In addition, the society works on matters for promoting ichthyology:
Academic studies and seminars
Setup of fish displaying facilities (e.g., aquariums)
Runs popular lectures (workshops) to the public
Holds exhibitions and seminars upon organizations' invitations
Provides fish-related services (including consultation and support) for the Government, organizations and institutions, mainly on protection and conservation of fishes, ecology, environment.
Validation, investigation and acquisition of fishes species
The society expects to deepen and popularize ichthyology in Hong Kong community, while sending the idea and belief of protecting the environment and ecology, and to encourage the public, especially the new generations, to experience and conserve the nature.
Society Structure
Dee-hwa CHONG (莊棣華), a Hong Kong senior fish researcher and senior ecological photographer, is the president of the society.
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