Amidst an unexpected storm, our diving team persists, rescuing and relocating corals to safer nurseries while forging ahead with essential data collection for the preservation of marine life in Krabi Thailand.
This month, our coral nursery and restoration team recently commenced a mission to rescue and relocate corals in the face of adversity. Despite facing unforeseen challenges, the team demonstrated unwavering dedication and commitment to safeguarding these fragile ecosystems.
During a routine visit to the nursery, the team found themselves caught in the clutches of an unexpected storm, leaving them stranded for nearly four hours. Despite the adversity, their passion for conservation never wavered. With unyielding determination, they rescued a total of 75 corals from the previous nurseries and relocated them to new, safer havens at deeper locations. The efforts made during this critical mission are expected to increase the corals’ chances of survival and growth.
Undeterred by the challenges faced, our team has laid out a comprehensive plan to continue its mission throughout the year. Starting immediately, they will venture out twice a week until December 2023, combining coral recovery missions with essential data collection efforts.
As the project unfolds, more updates will be provided, shedding light on the progress made, the challenges overcome, and the discoveries unearthed through their rigorous scientific data collection. Rest assured, we will keep our marine community and the public informed about our mission to preserve and restore our invaluable coral ecosystems.
We would like to express our gratitude for all support received from individuals, organizations, and communities alike. Without this collective backing, such conservation efforts would not be possible. Every contribution, whether big or small, has played an instrumental role in our success so far.
In light of the recent storm’s impact, the next nursery outing will see a slight shift in focus. Instead of planting new corals, the team will prioritize the collection and regrouping of survivors, salvaging them from the damage caused by the freak storm. The decision to establish a new nursery at a deeper location is a strategic measure aimed at bolstering the corals’ resilience against future storms.
With a notable absence of storms of this magnitude for over five years, this event serves as a stark reminder of the increasing unpredictability of weather patterns and the urgent need to safeguard our coral reefs from the impacts of climate change.
Stay tuned for more updates, data insights, and stories of resilience as we continue our inspiring journey to save and revitalize the reef in Krabi. Your continued support will make all the difference in this race against time to protect one of Earth’s most precious ecosystems.
Note: The above information is based on the latest update from SEVENSEAS Media Coral Nursery & Restoration activities in July 2023. Further developments and updates will be shared once available.
This piece was prepared online by Panuruji Kenta, Publisher, SEVENSEAS Media