Explore the vibrant coral gardens of Amed with our professional and experienced instructors, you'll witness the beauty and complexity of these underwater ecosystems. With every dive, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the delicate balance that exists within them. Take a closer look at the image above – do you see those sticks? Those are actually fragments of coral that have been carefully planted by our team as part of our coral restoration efforts. By monitoring their growth and health, we are able to contribute to the recovery of damaged reefs in Bali. At Calypso Diving Bali, we also believe in educating the next generation about the importance of ocean conservation. That's why we have a special program called Blue School Bali, where we teach local children about coral restoration and other marine conservation practices. So whether you're a scuba enthusiast, marine life lover, or simply a responsible tourism supporter, join us at Calypso Diving Bali and dive into a world of wonder while making a positive impact on Bali's oceans. Book your diving experience with us today at calypsodivingbali.com. #coralfacts #coralscience #coralresearch #coralecology #coralspecies #coralbiology #coraleducation #coralawareness #coralstudies #coralknowledge #scubaamed #scubadiving #lifeunderwater #ssiinternational #divinglife #baliholiday #openwatercourse #amed #bali #divingindonesia #baliisland #happydivers #diversafety #amed #bali
Happy Mother's Day to all of the wonderful mothers out there! What better way to celebrate Mother's Day than giving back to our "Mother" Earth! 🌍 As the first community-based approach to reef restoration in the middle Florida Keys, our goal is to provide recreational divers with the opportunity to participate in activities that give back to our oceans and restore our coral reefs. Recreational divers can volunteer to outplant coral on the reefs of Islamorada, participate in marine debris clean-ups, and participate in reef monitoring. All of these programs go hand-in-hand with the ultimate goal of reef and ocean restoration for our beautiful earth! Learn how to sign up for a coral outplant or maintenance dive at www.icareaboutcoral.org
Feeling stylish on this mother day!! Check out our handmade beauties inspired by nature! 🪸🦋🐞😍Happy mother's day! 💐 Sintiéndome bien estilosa en este día de la madre!! No te pierdas nuestras bellezas hechas a mano e inspiradas en la naturaleza!! Feliz día de la madre! #handmadejewelry #embroideredjewelry #naturelovers #coralscience #womenartists #womeninscience #womeninstem
Our team is committed to empowering responsible divers and safeguarding the coral reef ecosystem. We offer a range of diving services, from introductory courses for beginners to advanced fun dives for certified experienced divers. But our mission goes beyond just diving. Through our partnerships with local organizations, we actively contribute to reef restoration projects and promote eco-friendly dive practices. We also have a special educational program called Blue School Bali, where we teach local children about coral restoration. By choosing Calypso Diving Bali, you are not only experiencing the wonders of the underwater world but also making a positive impact on the environment. Join us in creating a legacy of conservation for future generations and dive into a world of wonder with us. Visit our website at https://calypsodivingbali.com/ to learn more and book your next diving adventure today. #coralconservation #oceanadvocates #ecofriendlydiving #coralfacts #coralscience #coralresearch #coralecology #coralspecies #coralbiology #coraleducation #coralawareness #coralstudies #coralknowledge #scubaamed #scubadiving #lifeunderwater #ssiinternational #divinglife #baliholiday #openwatercourse #amed #baliisland #happydivers #diversafety #amed #freediving #oceanconservation #coralreef #protectourocean #divinginbali
This May, Exotic Aquatics is celebrating all things shrimp! Swing by to explore our latest offers, including a buy 3, get the fourth free deal on live shrimp (same deal applies to corals), 10% off driftwood, 10% off newly arrived UNS nano LEDs, 15% off Fluval LEDs and Fluval rest kits, 10% off Bubble Magus protein skimmers, as well a 20% discount on our white fluval flex. Don’t miss out on these fantastic deals! #deals #dealoftheday #sale #sales #discount #discounted #local #localbusiness #localfishshop #newarrivals #newreef #reef #reeftank #reefaquarium #mixedreef #coral #corals #coralscience #coralcare #plano #planotx #plants #freshwater #freshwateraquarium #freshwatertank #fishandcorals #fish #fishtank #tropicalfishstore #aquascape
As you can see in this stunning image, our waters are home to a variety of marine life, including these vibrant orange fish. These fish are known as clownfish, and they can be found in the coral gardens of Amed, Bali. But these fish are not just beautiful to look at – they also play an important role in our ecosystem. Clownfish live in a symbiotic relationship with anemones, where they provide protection for the anemone while receiving food and shelter in return. This delicate balance is just one example of the intricate relationships that exist within our oceans. At Calypso Diving Bali, we strive to educate our guests about the importance of preserving these fragile ecosystems. Through partnerships with local organizations, we actively contribute to reef restoration projects and promote eco-friendly dive practices. We also have a special educational program for local children called Blue School Bali, where we teach them about coral restoration and instill a love for the ocean. So whether you are a scuba enthusiast, marine life lover, or simply looking for responsible tourism options during your visit to Bali, join us at Calypso Diving Bali and dive into a world of wonder while making a positive impact on our oceans. Let's work together to create a legacy of conservation for future generations. Book your dive with us today at calypsodivingbali.com. #coralconservation #oceanadvocates #ecofriendlydiving #coralfacts #coralscience #coralresearch #coralecology #coralspecies #coralbiology #coraleducation #coralawareness #coralstudies #coralknowledge #scubaamed #scubadiving #lifeunderwater #ssiinternational #divinglife #baliholiday #openwatercourse #amed #baliisland #happydivers #diversafety #amed #freediving #oceanconservation #coralreef #protectourocean #divinginbali
Only 20 minutes away from Naguabo is Ceiba. Another fascinating visit. This time to The Center for Research and Restoration of Marine Organisms - CIROM in Spanish. Alejandra Garcia @amarys101 , Aquaculture technician was gracious to show us around and answer our questions. The facilities are the first land-based nurseries for marine organisms in Puerto Rico. The recovery of coral reef ecosystems are aided through producing ecologically-important marine organisms such as herbivores and corals. These animals reared are used for ecosystem- based coral reef restoration efforts in Puerto Rico. The CIROM facilities are currently rearing three types of sea urchins (Diadema antillarum, Echinometra viridis and Tripneustes ventricosus), multiple species of corals, and herbivorous crabs (Maguimithrax spinosissimus) @cirom_pr @isercaribe @stcmwilliams #puertorico🇵🇷 #ceiba #aquaculturesciences #mariculture #coralaquaculture #Aquaculture #stem #coralscience #seaurchin #caribbean #crabs #marineconservation #Womeninscience #caribbeanwomenforcaribbeanwomen
Welcome to Calypso Diving Bali, where we are dedicated to promoting ocean conservation and education through exceptional diving experiences. Our team of professional and experienced instructors will take you on a journey through the vibrant coral gardens of Amed, Bali. As you dive deeper, you will be surrounded by a diverse array of marine life, from colorful fish to intricate corals. Through our partnership with local organizations, we actively contribute to reef restoration projects and promote eco-friendly dive practices. Our goal is not only to provide unforgettable diving experiences but also to empower responsible divers and safeguard Bali's marine treasures. Join us in creating a legacy of conservation for future generations and dive into a world of wonder with Calypso Diving Bali. #protectourreefs #ecofriendlydiving #oceanconservation #ecofriendlydiving #coralfacts #coralscience #coralresearch #coralecology #coralspecies #coralbiology #coraleducation #coralawareness #coralstudies #coralknowledge #scubaamed #scubadiving #lifeunderwater #divinglife #baliholiday #amed #baliisland #happydivers #diversafety #amed #coralreef
I’m basically a scientist now… Thanks for trusting me with this one @tradewindcolours . I hope it represents @tcreef_fund and all you guys do! #coraltattoo #coralscience #sciencetattoo #armtattoo #microrealism #blackwork #tattedinturks #tatsntings #tattoo #gracebay #providenciales #turksandcaicos #turksandcaicosislands #tattooturksandcaicos #turksandcaicostattoo #tattooshop #localtattooshop
Welcome to the world of coral reef conservation! Our ecosystem is a delicate balance of life and we are dedicated to preserving it for future generations. With your support, we can make a positive impact on our oceans and the creatures that call it home. At Calypso Diving Bali, we are passionate about promoting responsible tourism and empowering divers to become ocean conservation advocates. Join us in our efforts to protect Bali's marine treasures and create a legacy of conservation. Dive into the wonders of our coral gardens with our experienced instructors and discover the beauty that lies beneath the surface. Together, let's make a difference for our planet and its inhabitants. Visit our website click on our bio. Let's dive in and make a positive impact today! #coralconservation #oceanadvocates #ecofriendlydiving #coralfacts #coralscience #coralresearch #coralecology #coralspecies #coralbiology #coraleducation #coralawareness #coralstudies #coralknowledge #scubaamed #scubadiving #lifeunderwater #ssiinternational #divinglife #baliholiday #openwatercourse #amed #baliisland #happydivers #diversafety #amed #freediving #oceanconservation #coralreef #protectourocean #divinginbali
Did you know that coral reefs are one of the most diverse and valuable ecosystems on our planet? They provide shelter and food for countless marine species, protect coastlines from erosion, and even play a role in regulating the Earth's climate. At Calypso Diving Bali, we are passionate about preserving these precious coral reefs and educating others about their importance. Join us on a dive and discover the vibrant colors and intricate formations of these amazing creatures. With our experienced instructors, you'll learn about the different types of corals, their life cycles, and how we can all work together to protect them. Whether you're a scuba enthusiast or simply curious about marine life, come dive with us and be a part of our mission to safeguard Bali's marine treasures for generations to come. Book your dive today @calypsodivingbali #coralfacts #coralscience #coralresearch #coralecology #coralspecies #coralbiology #coraleducation #coralawareness #coralstudies #coralknowledge #scubaamed #scubadiving #lifeunderwater #ssiinternational #divinglife #baliholiday #openwatercourse #amed #bali #divingindonesia #baliisland #happydivers #diversafety #amed #bali
This time in “ El Niño explained…”, what does REEFolution do to minimize the negative effects of El Niño? How do we prepare? Dr. Ewout: “ Short term solutions to marine heatwaves could be to move coral nurseries to deeper water, which is often cooler and shaded, thereby reducing the heat stress. We are currently measuring which depth would be most optimal, as placing the nurseries too deep would deprive the corals from enough sunlight to get enough food in the first place. A similar solution would be to shade the corals, for example by placing floating cloths on the sea surface. Here at REEFolution that is unlikely to work though, given the frequent boat traffic in the area. A more high-tech and controversial option that is being explored in Australia is to create shade by manipulating clouds and fog. Other, still largely hypothetical, short-term solutions could be to pump up cold water from deeper or use probiotics to make corals more heat resilient. These more intrusive interventions are not without risks, but the danger to coral reefs and coastal communities of no action are now so severe that these options are being explored, though only on small scales for now. More long-term solutions that REEFolution pursues are to identify, breed and restore reefs with more heat resilient coral species and genotypes. We are specifically focusing on corals growing in the intertidal zones, as these corals are already able to withstand high variations in temperature due to their exposure during low tide. Ultimately, the only long-term solution would be to pursue global climate action, as without the effect of global climate change there would not have been mass coral bleaching in the first place.” #ElNiñoExplained #CoralScience #REEFolution #CoralBleaching #ElNiño #Kenya
Sight unseen: I took the job offer in the same way someone might rent an apartment across the country. Sign the paperwork, pack up your life, and make a new home somewhere you've never been. That home was Dry Tortugas. What an honor to have been its Coral Biologist, protecting its reefs and living within the walls of this Civil War era fort, Fort Jefferson. 🪸🌊🤿 ✨️ Follow for cool nature stories, faith and science convos, and recommended resources. ✨️ #drytortugas #coralbiology #marinebiology #nationalparkservice #nps #parkranger #sightunseen #keyslife #scubadiving #girlswhoscuba #womeninoceanscience #womeninstem #marinesciencecareer #careergoals #civilwar #fortjefferson #yankeefreedom #yankeefreedomferry #seaplaneadventures #floridakeys #southernmostpoint #sailing #keywest #coralscience #restoration #sctld
As a vital part of our ecosystem, coral reefs are facing threats such as climate change and overfishing. But don't worry, there's still hope! With your support, we can work towards preserving these beautiful underwater wonders for generations to come. Join us in our efforts to protect and restore coral reefs through sustainable practices and education. Let's dive in and make a difference together! #coralconservation #oceanadvocates #ecofriendlydiving #coralfacts #coralscience #coralresearch #coralecology #coralspecies #coralbiology #coraleducation #coralawareness #coralstudies #coralknowledge #scubaamed #scubadiving #lifeunderwater #ssiinternational #divinglife #baliholiday #openwatercourse #amed #baliisland #happydivers #diversafety #amed #freediving #oceanconservation #coralreef #protectourocean #divinginbali
This time in “ El Niño explained…”, we asked Dr. Ewout about his experience with previous El Niño phenomena in Kenya. When did you experience El Niño during your time in Kenya? “ In the seven years that I have been working with corals in Kenya, there has been an El Niño twice: in 2015-2016 and 2019-2020. In both years, the seawater temperatures crossed the bleaching threshold of 30 degrees Celsius.” What happened to the corals in those years? “ In 2016, whole parts of the reefs turned completely white. Not just the corals, but also the sea anemones for example. It was scary, because if everything that was white would die, there would be very little left of the coral reefs. In the end most corals recovered, but some vulnerable species did not and almost completely disappeared from the reefs. Over the years, those corals have come slowly back, but not as abundant as they used to be. In 2020, those same vulnerable corals that were still recovering started to bleach again. This time, the water temperatures cooled quite quickly again and there was fortunately not much mortality.” What have you learned for the future? “ It is very clear that some species can withstand higher water temperatures better than others. However, that poses a dilemma for reef conservationists: should we only put effort to conserve the species that are expected to do well in an increasingly hot world, or should our efforts be directed to save the most vulnerable species that otherwise could go extinct and thus disappear forever? This is a heated debate, but I’m personally inclined towards the former: I think the best we can do now is to conserve and restore reefs with the most promising species, even if that means the reefs will become less diverse. Of course, other groups can focus on the latter, for example by freezing genetic material as a way to conserve biodiversity for eventual reintroduction.” #ElNiñoExplained #CoralScience #REEFolution #CoralBleaching #ElNiño #Kenya
Did you know that corals provide shelter for 25% of all marine species? That's right, these seemingly stationary beings are actually bustling with life and activity. From tiny fish to majestic sea turtles, corals are home to a wide variety of marine creatures. Amed, located on the beautiful island of Bali in Indonesia, is known for its crystal clear waters and vibrant coral reefs. As you explore the depths of Amed's underwater world, you'll be amazed by the breathtaking sights that await you. From colorful schools of fish to delicate coral formations, every dive is a truly unforgettable experience. So come join us and let's make a difference together! Let's dive into action and protect our beautiful underwater world! See you underwater! #lifeunderwater #baliholiday #ssiinternational #divinglife #openwatercourse #amed #bali #divingindonesia #baliisland #coralfacts #coralscience #coralresearch #coralecology #coralspecies #coralbiology #coraleducation #coralawareness #coralstudies #coralknowledge
Did you know, our wonderful team of interns and staff help care for our corals before they go out on the reef? I.CARE receives multiple different coral species from so many of our amazing partners across the state of Florida. These corals then stay at a holding facility, our partners at Keys Marine Lab, where they are taken care of by our amazing staff and interns. 👐 It's important to remember that just like us, corals are living organisms and require certain conditions to thrive! 🌞 Appropriate sunlight, adequate water temperature, water pH levels, and food intake are among some of the many factors our interns and staff take into account to help these baby corals thrive! 🌊
Some candid Behind the Scenes snaps of the "Our Changing Planet" Team on location for Restoring Our Reefs. Tonight 6pm on BBC One. (and as "Changing Planet" on PBS on Weds 24th.) Tune in to see what some amazing collaboration is doing to protect our coral reefs. #maldivesunderwaterinitiative #mui #corals #coralscience #ourchangingplanet #bbc #bbcstudiosbristol #documentary #coralrestoration #maldives #marinebiology #marineconservation #sciencestorytelling
We are so excited to see Our Changing Planet season 3 come out on BBC One tonight! And Changing Planet on PBS on the 24th! Make sure you tune in and watch it! See our larval restoration project in action and the amazing science happening here! See what we are doing to try and protect our reefs! Here are some of the behind the scenes shots of the filming of this exciting Collaborative for Reefs in Laamu project with @southerncrossuni @universityofbristol @maldivescoralinstitute with some amazing people - @stevesimpson236 @backshall.steve @peterharrison_corals @bbcstudios @marksharmancam @mrmax_001 @josh.tarr.ii @zubinsarosh @jen_jen_jones @gemma.gilbride @sixsenseslaamu #maldivesunderwaterinitiative #mui #corals #coralscience #ourchangingplanet #bbc #bbcstudio #documentary #coralrestoration #maldives #marinebiology #marineconservation
New Zoanthid Frags from @tidalgardens #coral #coralreeftanks #coralreef #coralscience #coralfragsofinstagram #reef #reeftank #reefaquarium #reefaddict #frag #zoa #zoagarden #zoaenergy #zoanthid #softcoral #tidal #saltwateraquariumstore #saltwateraquariumsarecool #saltwater #saltwatertank
As divers, we have the privilege of exploring the vibrant and diverse ecosystem of coral reefs. But with that privilege comes a responsibility to protect and preserve these delicate underwater worlds. At Calypso Diving Bali, we are passionate about ocean conservation and educating our guests on how to be responsible divers. Through our partnership with local organizations, we actively contribute to reef restoration projects and promote eco-friendly dive practices. Join us in safeguarding Bali's marine treasures and dive into a world of wonder with Calypso Diving Bali. #protectourreefs #ecofriendlydiving #oceanconservation #ecofriendlydiving #coralfacts #coralscience #coralresearch #coralecology #coralspecies #coralbiology #coraleducation #coralawareness #coralstudies #coralknowledge #scubaamed #scubadiving #lifeunderwater #divinglife #baliholiday #amed #baliisland #happydivers #diversafety #amed #coralreef
Got our own street in cairns … got to love #farnorthqueensland ❤️ #streetname #fnq #cairns #tritonreef #tritonlab #tropical #allmymoneygoestocoral #reeftank #reefaddict #oceanlover #coralreef #coral #coralscience #love
We are thankful to be working with @coralkuconservation here on Lang Tengah Island. They have done a substantial amount of restoration and research around the island and continue to engage in outreach with visitors. Definitely check them out and give them a follow! @summerbaylti @cordap_
Not a bad place to be doing some project planning and computer work!
Did you know that coral reefs can extend to great depths, far beyond what we see during recreational dives? In some places, they reach depths of over 100 meters. The environmental conditions at these depths differ significantly from those in shallow waters, giving rise to unique species assemblages, adaptations, and phenomena. Our CORALab member, @itai_underwater_photography, is currently focusing on the coral Leptoseris, studying how it thrives in the deep reefs of the Gulf of Aqaba and Eilat—investigating its reproduction, feeding habits, and growth. Stay tuned for updates on our progress! #coral #instacoral #scleractinia #science #telavivuniversity #coralscience #corallab #hardcoral #ocean #reef #coralreef #redsea #diving #scubadiving #research #scientists #zoology #ecology #mesophoticreef #leptoseris #leptoserisglabra #reproduction
I often buy browned out corals as they are cheap and I like the challenge of returning them to their original colour. Corals go brown when an over production of zooxanthellae happens in the coral tissue. This can be from a number of reasons being low light, high nutrients in the water or instability with other parameters. It’s not easy to bring them back to their original colour and they require a lot of stability to get them going again. I’m trying feeding, fragging and most importantly stability with parameters with varying levels of success, some have regained colour while some are still very brown. #reeftank #coralfragsofinstagram #coralscience #reefaquarium #aquarium #coralreeftanks
Hi everyone and welcome to our CORALab IG page! We are a research team based at @telavivuni, Israel, and led by PI @tom_shlesinger This page is dedicated to the wonderous world of corals 🪸, and to sharing some of our research life & work 🔬 Hope you enjoy our page and find it curious and fun 💙😀 #coral #instacoral #scleractinia #science #telavivuniversity #coralscience #corallab #hardcoral #ocean #reef #coralreef #redsea #diving #scubadiving #research #scientists #zoology #ecology
#lagoon25 #innovativemarine #reef #reeftank #aquarium #aquariumhobby #fish #fishtank #coral #coralscience #coralreeftanks #coralreef
Rain hitting the mainland while we are off to the reef… nature is just impressive here in FNQ. #wildweather #rainbow #reef #rainforest #beautyofnature #nature #rain #cloud #tritonreef #coralreef #coralscience #cairns #fnq #farnorthqueensland #tritonlab #tropical #tropicallifestyle
We are excited to host the research team from @unikonstanz under Prof. Dr. Christian Voolstra. They will conduct experiments on the coral reef of Gili Asahan, utilizing the CBASS system to determine how certain corals react to extreme heat, among other things. Exciting times! --- Kami sangat bahagia untuk menjadi tuan rumah tim peneliti dari @unikonstanz di bawah pimpinan Prof. Dr. Christian Voolstra. Mereka akan melakukan eksperimen di terumbu karang Gili Asahan, menggunakan sistem CBASS untuk menentukan bagaimana karang tertentu bereaksi terhadap panas ekstrem. #coralresearch #coralscience #marinebiology #reefstudy #coralecology #oceanresearch #coralhealth #coralconservation #reefmonitoring #coralbleaching #ecosystemstudy
Science education and communication should and can be fun! I was reminded of this paper the other day, and realized that I never shared it here when it came out in late 2023. My PhD advisor, Dr. Mark Patterson, has a great sense of humor. So when he first told us that he got invited to Comic Con to speak on a panel about Aquaman and wanted to cosplay as a coral polyp, I thought he was joking. I never would have guessed that a few years later we would publish on it in a science education journal! #coralscience #forthecorals #scienceeducation #cosplay #sciencecosplay #coral #scicomm #marinescienceeducation
EN: One step closer!! Thanks to the continued support from @bodhisurfyoga and @fundacionsomoscr , we have windows and doors!! The bottoms of our volunteers quarters has been closed in. 🤩🪸 ES: ¡Un paso más cercano! ¡Gracias al apoyo de Bodhi y Somos tenemos ventanas y puertas! El primer piso para las habitaciones de los voluntarios están cerradas.🪸🤩 ……………………………………. #costaricacoralrestoration #coraltico #coralreef #corallab #reeftank #reef #costarica #uvita #puravida #coralscience #reef2reef
Here is the #spp2299 @ecord_iodp #exp389 team! Featuring Sahra Greve (@uniheidelberg), Eberhard Gischler (@goetheunifrankfurt), @dr_thomas_felis (@marum_uni_bremen, @uni_bremen) and Ed Hathorne (@geomarkiel) from left to right. These four have been based at @marum_uni_bremen for the last month helping process some many hundreds of kilometres of core! Stayed tuned for a #spp2299 blog coming soon on the experience! 📸 @mlparkermedia thanks for the great photos! #coral #coralscience #ocean #sealevelrise #fossilcoral #earthscience #climatescience #science #fieldwork #fieldworkfriday #climatechange #coralbleachingawareness
Woo hoo.... Ali Express delivery arrived early... Pack of 5 dosing pumps, back up for my heavy Kalk slurry needs and replacement LEDs (30W) for my refigium lights... All of this with No Reef Tax! Ping me if you need the links.
This time in “ El Niño explained”, we asked Dr. Ewout, our local scientist: What do we expect this year in terms of bleaching events during El Niño in Kenya? "Coral bleaching typically starts to happen when summer temperatures increase just 1 degree above normal. In Kenya, summer seawater temperatures normally reach around 29 degrees Celsius in April. So, if the water temperature would reach 30 degrees (the local bleaching threshold), the corals will start to struggle. The extent of coral bleaching will depend on both how high the water temperatures will reach and for how long they will exceed the bleaching threshold. Based on the current water temperatures and climate forecasts, it can be predicted how severe the bleaching will be. This is exactly what NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) does for all coral reefs worldwide, and this service is offered for free online! The current predictions are not comforting though, with the highest alert (Alert level 2) given for Kenya (and many other reef countries worldwide) in the coming months. This alert level means that bleaching is very likely and that also coral mortality is to be expected…" #ElNiñoExplained #CoralScience #REEFolution #CoralBleaching #ElNiño #Kenya #NOAA
Starting our #mondaymorning off with some core description. Here you can see #SPP2299 member Eberhard Gischler from @goetheunifrankfurt describing some of the cores off @ecord_iodp #exp389. Posted @withregram • @marum_uni_bremen 🪸 #IODP #Exp389 #ECORD #OceanScience #ResearchExpedition #academiclife #MARUM #science #coral #coralreef #sedimentology #sedimentologist #earthscience #marinescience #climatescience #climate #coralscience #climatechange 📍@marum_uni_bremen 📸 @mlparkermedia
Did y'all know? 🦁🐟 One thing that makes lionfish good invaders is their fast reproductive rates. Did y'all know that lionfish can lay anywhere from 30,000 to 50,000 eggs every 2-4 days, year-round? That’s a lot of baby lionfish! 🦁🐟 Lionfish aren’t picky eaters, they have been found to eat 170+ prey species. 🦁🐟 During the 2023 REEF Florida Key’s Lionfish Derby & Festival, 22 teams helped remove 1,898 lionfish, the most ever caught since we started hosting derbies! Thank you @reef_org for "taking a bite" out of lionfish and providing the fun facts and photos. . . . #RockTheOcean #ConservationVillage #Tortuga #TortugaMusicFestival #TortugaFest #coral #reef #coralreef #coralreefprotection #protectcoralreefs #savethereefs #CoralReefAwarenessWeek #coraladdict #corals #coralfrags #coraltravel #coralclub #CoralCrisis #CoralBleaching #sunscreen #reefsafesunscreen #reeffriendlysunscreen #makecoralcolorfulagain #CoralScience #coralreefenthusiast #ProtectOurReefs #SaveOurReefs #CoralMonitoring #FloridasCoralReefs
🧶Texturas del género ~Mycetophyllia~. Los corales con las formas laberintiformes más lindas de todas, ¿Los han visto? 1. ~M. aliciae~ 2. ~M. lamarckiana~ 3. ~M. reesi~ #corallovers #coral #diving #girlsthatscuba #coralscientist #coralscience #coraltexture
Aussie Gold Frogspawn #clam #maxima #reefaquarium #reefaquariums #marinefish #saltwaterfish #saltwaterclam #fishtank #fish #reeftanks #coral #coralreef #coralscience #coralreeftank
🐠 Dive into #WhatYouCanDoWednesday with a splash of change for coral conservation! One of the most impactful things that you can do to help the coral reefs is to use REEF FRIENDLY SUNSCREEN! ☀️ Did y'all know? It only takes one drop of chemical sunscreen to disrupt and kill 7 olympic sized swimming pools worth of coral reefs. 🏊♂️ Over 14,000 tons of chemical sunscreen make it into our waterways each year. Head over to www.rawelementsusa.com to see a great example of a sunscreen that sets the standard for reef-friendly products. Thank you @RawElementsUSA for the guidance on reef friendly sunscreen & @NSU_CRAAM_Lab for the photos! Dive into #WhatYouCanDoWednesday with a splash of change for coral conservation! . . . #coral #reef #coralreef #coralreefprotection #protectcoralreefs #savethereefs #CoralReefAwarenessWeek #coraladdict #corals #coralfrags #coraltravel #coralclub #CoralCrisis #CoralBleaching #sunscreen #reefsafesunscreen #reeffriendlysunscreen #makecoralcolorfulagain #CoralScience #coralreefenthusiast #ProtectOurReefs #SaveOurReefs #CoralMonitoring #FloridasCoralReefs #FloridaKeys #Bahamas #Caribbean #coralrestoration
“It is a great opportunity, and a lot of fun, to work with so many experienced scientists early in my career” says Sahra Greve. “Getting to know them all, as well as all their different fields of research has been invaluable”. Next up on our #spp2299 members participating in the @ecord_iodp #exp389 is Sahra Greve from the @uniheidelberg. Here you can see Sahra on the far left with other #womeninscience working on the #exp389 cores. Posted @withregram • @ecord_iodp The onshore science party for IOPD Expedition 389 is off to a great start! Here, you can see different teams working together in Core Lab 2. #IODP #Exp389 #ECORD #womeninstemwednesday #OceanScience #ResearchExpedition #KnowYourOcean #coral #coralreef #coralreefs #coralscience 📍@marum_uni_bremen 📸 @mlparkermedia
A bit of Monday morning science for you. Todays feature is the #SPP2299 coordinator @dr_thomas_felis at the #exp389 on-shore party. As part of this he is comparing the physical cores to the digital images of the core. Imagine doing this for 425 meters of core! 🪸 #stem #coral #coralfossil #coralscience #science #climatechange #climatescience #climatescientist #ocean #oceansciences 📸 by @mlparkermedia The OSP of #exp389 is being held @marum_uni_bremen
I have this skull growing Bam Bam Zoas on it for a few years now. I noticed the Zoas in the front side have been closed for a few days now. I thought maybe some fish is bothering them. One early morning I came down to see that winter sun was shining at a different angle than summer, and I must have moved this skull to this position maybe 6 - 7 months ago.... Live and Learn!
#fieldwork was absolutely fantastic this month with this wonderful team from @unisouthpacific - this is part of one of the work packages of my three year project funded by the Australia and Pacific Science Foundation where we are trying to understand the drivers and impacts of benthic cyanobacterial mats on Fiji’s coral reefs. Every month we document reef health along permanently marked areas of four reefs on Fiji’s Coral Coast, and also collect samples of these mats so we can do sequencing to look at their composition. So grateful for the company of these brilliant young scientists from our Marine Science program. Exciting stuff happening in this project this year with three MSc students joining for their MSc theses! #academia #coralscience #fiji #research @bellehennings @samsonlailai @iamjaykiael and vinaka vale levu for the photos and the support @tasereapakuki
Upclose and personal with an Elkhorn colony! Multiple Elkhorn (Acropora palmata) colonies densely packed together is called a thicket. 🪸🪸🪸 Elk horn get their name after their wide set branches, but what you may notice is that the edges of these branches are bright white. This white color is typically an alarm bell for scientists because it may mean the coral is experiencing bleaching or disease. However, in a healthy coral colony this color occurring on the edge of the tissue actually is a sign of growth. This also occurs in several other coral species, especially the Staghorn coral ( Acropora cervicornis). Picture Credit: Zachary Craig #oceanconservation #marinescience #marinebiology #marinebiologist #oceanscience #marineresearch #oceanresearch #marinebiologycareer #marinescientist #ocean #marinelife #saltwater #stem #womeninstem #oceancreatures #oceanlife #marinelife #diveintonature #SeaScience #marinelifemagic #elkhorncoral #coralbrowth #coralscience #coralscientist
Back in 2021 @colleenflanigan and @solenejriv participated in @plantamillioncorals microfragmentation workshop in Summerland Key, Florida. A very rewarding scholarship! They are so generous. We even set up an experiment w @joey_man91 to test some biopolymer and carbon sequestering substrates made by our remote material science collaborators: Guillermo Torres and Junhua Xiu✨ Link to publication in bio 👓 #microfragmentation #coral #coralrestoration #plantamillioncorals #wetlab #experiment #coralscience #materialscience #corallove #fragging @marinelife_2030 @unoceandecade —
Lil throwback for this Monday! I’m missing being underwater but hope to get my fins wet soon 🤿 I’ve been in the office working on this book a lot lately but I cannot wait to share it with you all this year. 🫧 Needless to say, when you’re diving for work you’re expected to carry a lot of gear on you at once. You can see I have my clipboard, camera, I’m moving this visual marker for taking photogrammetry (the square with the post), along with crimps and some other tools not pictured. We use the photogrammetry markers for taking videos to digitally recreate the reef. This allows us to be able to show the shifts in the ecosystem prior and post coral out-planting. This not only helps the scientists that are actively restoring reef locations but also in the outreach of the public! There are a lot of different reasons that people can’t make it underwater and using this software makes it accessible to see the impact we’re making on a broad scale. #oceanconservation #marinescience #marinebiology #marinebiologist #oceanscience #marineresearch #oceanresearch #marinebiologycareer #marinescientist #ocean #marinelife #saltwater #stem #womeninstem #oceancreatures #oceanlife #marinelife #diveintonature #SeaScience #marinelifemagic #reefrestoration #reefscience #coralscience
Coral 🪸 🎨 New coral research in Hawaii 🏝️shows protecting habitats both down-current and up-current of coral reefs 🪸🐠🌱, specifically areas where coral larvae are more likely to thrive, is crucial to future coral conservation🪸🌊🐠🐡. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/01/240108153118.htm #coral #coralreef #coralreefs #coralcoast #coralconservation #coralscience #coralresearch #research #marine #marinebio #marinebiology #marinelife #marineart #ocean #oceanart #art #artgallery #gouache #marinebiologylife #marinebiologist #artoftheday #sealife #seaart
Flash sale on all Leggings this weekend! 25% off with promo code LEGS until tomorrow night. Www.wanderlusthats.com #flashsale #leggingsaddict #coralscience #marineconservation
Our very first artwork, The Ocean Lovers edition 😍😍😍. This design came from our passion for the ocean. 😁😍 #oceanleggings #coralreef #coralscience #marinescience #marinebiology
Beautiful Holy Grail Micromussa Fragrance here at GHI Corals! Super sought after coral with beautiful colors!! • • • #ghicorals #holygrail #holygrailcoral #holygrailmicromusa #lps #lpscoral #rarecorals #coralfragsofinstagram #coralscience #coral #reef #reefapaloozany #reeftank #reefaquarium #reefaddict #allmymoneygoestocoral
We love seeing everyone tagging us! @lisa_divegirl #oceanblue #coraloutplanting #coralscience #keywestlife
This time in “El Niño explained”, we asked Dr. Ewout, our local scientist: What is coral bleaching, how does it work? “ El Niño drives up seawater temperatures globally. When the water gets too hot, corals lose their brilliant colours and turn white (see the 2nd photo), a process known as coral bleaching. It is almost as if the corals are having a fever! In reality, they are actually starving. Normally, colourful microalgae live inside the coral’s tissue. These microalgae get all their food through photosynthesis (just like plants) and they share a large part of their food with the coral animal. In return, the coral allows the microalgae to live safely inside its tissues. This symbiosis gets disrupted when the water temperature gets too high, leaving the corals suddenly without their main food source. If the temperature cools down quickly enough (in weeks to months), the corals will typically survive. But if the temperature increases either too much or for too long, the corals will weaken too much and die. The coral’s skeleton is then often overgrown by algae (last photo) and can erode away in a few years if no new corals are recruited onto the reef.” • • • #ElNiño #ElNiñoExplained #MarineScience #CoralScience #CoralBleaching #Kenya
C𝙤𝙧𝙖𝙡 𝙧𝙚𝙚𝙛𝙨 𝙛𝙡𝙪𝙤𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙘𝙚 𝙤𝙧 𝙜𝙡𝙤𝙬? - “Chasing Coral” a wonderful documentary about the world wide bleaching events were witness to a rare phenomenon of the coral glowing or fluorescing in the spectacular colors shown in the above slides. This is only known to happen weeks after Bleaching Events. Being an indicator species coral are extremely sensitive to temperature or water change. When the water heats and the bleaching occurs the coral is left without their food source. The glowing is to be thought of a way the coral polyps attempt to communicate with and bring back in their symbiotic plankton. Since the species of zooplankton is light sensitive, making the bleached white coral basically inhospitable. This leads scientists speculate on why the coral glow is that it could provide protection from the sun. Keeping the coral and their plankton safer from UV Rays. Not all corals glow though, meaning this topic is still under investigation by experts! - Tags - #bemoralprotectthecoral #coral #coralreef #savetheplanet #savethereef #coralbleaching #coralscience #coralconservation
We are so happy to welcome Lauren Zane to the EcoGeoChem lab! Lauren is a PhD student in the Biological and Environmental Science program. Her research focuses on the coral lipid and fatty-acid metabolism in relation to coral bleaching and recovery. She is excited to connect coral metabolism to larger scale oceanographic processes in the McMahon Lab. Lauren grew up San Diego, California where she explored tide pools and snorkeled rocky reefs before attending UC Berkeley to study Integrative Biology, graduating in 2021. She found her way to graduate school after completing marine biology related internships at the Birch Aquarium, Duke Marine Lab, NOAA and UC Berkeley. Outside of school Lauren enjoys surfing, spearfishing and cooking. Through surfing, she is a passionate advocate for women of color, co-founding the registered nonprofit Colorful Lineup which reduces barriers to surfing and works toward a more inclusive surf community. #womeninstem #coralscience #womeninmarinescience