"Scientists warn coral restoration can’t keep pace with global reef collapse"

"Scientists warn coral restoration can’t keep pace with global reef collapse"
"More than 80% of the world’s reefs hit by bleaching after worst global event on record"
"Australia’s next government may be Great Barrier Reef’s last chance after sixth mass bleaching, conservationist says"
"Corals recover faster on artificial structures than on natural reefs, study finds"
#Rewilding #Indonesia #CoralReef
"How we're managing seasonal effects at our coral restoration sites"
by Mossy Earth Field Notes
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tkmdTwJ-eGg
Quote by MEFN:
"Apr 7, 2025
In this vlog, Yudi goes over how the monsoon season has impacted our restoration efforts, tackles the emergence of even more opponents to our corals, and checks out the undersea nightlife at our first restoration site!"
To support our work you can become a member here: -> mossy.earth <-
ABOUT THIS PROJECT
Coral reefs are known as “the rainforests of the sea”. These vibrantly complex ecosystems harbour the highest biodiversity of any ecosystem globally. An estimated 25% of all marine species depend on reefs. They are also crucial for millions of people, providing food, livelihoods, resources and coastal protection.
Major threats, such as over-exploitation and climate change, are jeopardising the future of coral reefs. In the last few decades, sharp declines in reef cover have occurred worldwide. This is our first coral reef project to restore damaged reefs in the northern waters of Nusa Penida, Indonesia.
Our long-term goal is to improve resilience by enhancing connectivity of fragmented reefs whilst protecting and preserving endangered coral species. Led by our local team of expert divers and marine biologists passionate about the preservation of this marine ecosystem, we work with local people to promote positive community involvement in coral reef restoration.
You can learn more about this project (including FAQs) by visiting:
-> mossy.earth/projects/wilder-reefs <-
#TakeCareForLife #TakeCareForEarth
#StopBurningThings #StopEcoside #StopThePlunder
#ClimateBreakDown #StopRapingNature
I never get tired of fish. I love all of their interesting shapes and colors. Here in Florida, snorkeling is a real treat! I am always inspired. :)
https://fineartamerica.com/featured/colorful-moonfish-fish-art-sharon-cummings.html
"'Unprecedented' mass bleaching drains life from Australian reef"
#Australia #Coral #CoralReef #Climate #ClimateChange
https://phys.org/news/2025-03-mass-life-australian-reef.html
Coral reefs can bounce back in just 4 years thanks to innovative tools like ‘reef stars’—small, hexagon-shaped pieces of steel! This is just the beginning for reef restoration.
For more inspiring news, be sure to subscribe to our channel! #GoodNews #CoralReef #MarineLife
"Suffocating seas: low oxygen levels emerging as third major threat to tropical coral reefs"
Checking out a #CoralReef
32x32px, Dawnbringer 32 palette
@pixel_dailies #pixel_dailies #pixelart #ドット絵
Is this my first #pixel_dailies attempt that I've shared? Hmm.
I might've started with a canvas that's too large at 64x64 pixels, excluding the frame. How do you feel about it?
The #CoralReef prompt was from @pixel_dailies. I referenced photos of a reef sanctuary off the coast of Georgia (US). Source: https://graysreef.noaa.gov/
Pixel dailies: Coral reef
#pixelart #pixel_dailies #coralreef #ドット絵 #aseprite #Procreate @pixel_dailies
this #Coralreef is a little noisy, but I think it looks pretty okay!
@pixel_dailies #pixel_dailies
(PD #105) #pixelart
"Researchers optimistic artificial reef trial at C.Y. O'Connor Beach can tackle erosion nationwide"
#Australia #CoralReef #Environment
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-12-30/artificial-reef-trial-tackling-coastal-erosion/104573680
"Cool water from the deep could protect pockets of the Great Barrier Reef into the 2080s"
This is interesting! Apparently there's a concept of a "fish aggregation device" (FAD, no really) in commercial fishing, which is basically a raft put somewhere to attract fish that like shade.
The Nature Conservancy has been looking into the idea of using these to lure fish away from sensitive locations like coral reefs, and communities in Papua New Guinea have been trying it out - and it seems to be working.
"‘Graveyard of corals’ found after extreme heat and cyclones hit northern Great Barrier Reef"
#Australia #Climate #ClimateChange #Coral #CoralReef #GreatBarrierReef
#Rewilding #CoralReef #Indonesia
Rescue, and it works !
"We created a coral reef and the results are fascinating!" [16:38 min]
by Mossy Earth
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6G8ID53zM-0
Quote by ME:
"Oct 24, 2024
We have deployed 2000 structures to patch up a reef in Indonesia and the results were immediate! ABOUT THIS PROJECT
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Coral reefs are known as “the rainforests of the sea”. These vibrantly complex ecosystems harbour the highest biodiversity of any ecosystem globally. An estimated 25% of all marine species depend on reefs. They are also crucial for millions of people, providing food, livelihoods, resources and coastal protection.
Major threats, such as over-exploitation and climate change, are jeopardising the future of coral reefs. In the last few decades, sharp declines in reef cover have occurred worldwide. This is our first coral reef project to restore damaged reefs in the northern waters of Nusa Penida, Indonesia.
Our long-term goal is to improve resilience by enhancing connectivity of fragmented reefs whilst protecting and preserving endangered coral species. Led by our local team of expert divers and marine biologists passionate about the preservation of this marine ecosystem, we work with local people to promote positive community involvement in coral reef restoration.
Read more about this project here:
-> mossy.earth/projects/building-resilient-coral-reefs <-
Time Stamps
0:00 Intro
1:00 Our project area
4:20 First deployment
9:08 Boat name
9:50 Zip ties!
12:10 Scaling up