Core Insights - The second training workshop on marine endangered species habitat modeling was held in Surat Thani, Thailand, from August 25 to 28, 2025, aimed at enhancing technical skills in habitat distribution research and conservation of marine endangered species [5] Group 1: Event Overview - The workshop was co-hosted by the First Institute of Oceanography under the Ministry of Natural Resources and the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources of Thailand, focusing on deepening cooperation in marine biodiversity conservation between China and Thailand [5] - The training included a core case study on the endangered species Dugong, covering concepts of species distribution models, data acquisition, preprocessing methods, and habitat model construction and validation [5] Group 2: Training Outcomes - Participants received hands-on guidance to complete the entire process of species distribution modeling, ensuring effective technical teaching [5] - The successful execution of the workshop enabled Thai participants to master habitat modeling techniques for marine endangered species, laying a foundation for future joint research, data sharing, and conservation actions between the two countries [5] Group 3: Future Collaboration - China and Thailand will focus on endangered species such as the Bryde's whale, Chinese white dolphin, Dugong, and sea turtles for in-depth research [5] - Collaborative efforts will include environmental DNA monitoring, species spatial distribution simulation, and migration corridor identification, supporting the spatial planning of marine protected areas in Thailand and contributing to regional marine biodiversity conservation [5]