{"id":46342,"date":"2024-05-23T09:29:31","date_gmt":"2024-05-23T02:29:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/?p=46342"},"modified":"2024-05-23T09:29:31","modified_gmt":"2024-05-23T02:29:31","slug":"how-important-are-coral-reefs-on-a-need-to-know-basis-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dtabeam.com\/how-important-are-coral-reefs-on-a-need-to-know-basis-3\/","title":{"rendered":"HOW IMPORTANT ARE CORAL REEFS? ON A NEED-TO-KNOW BASIS"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before reading the following article, please take a moment to look at the picture.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-22838\" src=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Chasing-Coral-FULL-FEATURE-Netflix-YouTube-Google-Chrome_2-e1626336611804.jpg\" alt=\"Chasing Coral Full Feature Netflix Youtube Google Chrome 2\" width=\"711\" height=\"412\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Isn&#8217;t this an amazing view? Wouldn&#8217;t you love to see it firsthand while snorkeling?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This captivating scene from the documentary &#8220;Chasing Coral&#8221; mesmerizes viewers with the breathtaking beauty of a vibrant coral reef in New Caledonia. It illustrates one of nature&#8217;s most remarkable transformations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=JFQMFdkgOf4&amp;list=PLBsMjOP0MzE2wgaRvzySyTX-TdKJI98JW\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Some footage<\/a>s of coral reefs in Phu Quoc (Learn more about Phu Quoc&#8217;s coral reefs and the various coral species found there).<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/aYfRn9l3wCY?si=xb8dRAwc5bfWVh25\" width=\"562\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>However, what you may not know is that this is actually a stunningly beautiful stage of coral bleaching.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You will be truly amazed to discover that corals naturally produce a &#8220;chemical sunscreen&#8221; to shield themselves from the warming effects of seawater. The stunning hues of coral reefs stem from a remarkable symbiotic relationship with a type of algae known as Zooxanthellae, which resides within their tissues. These algae provide vital nutrients to corals, fueling their growth through the process of photosynthesis. However, when faced with external stressors such as temperature changes or pollution, the algae release harmful oxidizing agents, causing the corals to undergo stress. In response, corals expel the algae, resulting in a bleaching phenomenon where they become translucent. Coral reefs can survive bleaching events but they are at risk\u2014primarily from compromised immunity\u2014and ultimately face starvation, turning a dark brown colour.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_22874\" style=\"width: 987px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22874\" class=\"wp-image-22874 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/2-6.jpg\" alt=\"Coral reefs can survive bleaching events but they are at risk\u2014primarily from compromised immunity\u2014and ultimately face starvation, turning a dark brown colour.\" width=\"977\" height=\"553\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-22874\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Coral reefs can survive bleaching events, but they are at risk\u2014primarily from compromised immunity\u2014and ultimately face starvation, turning a dark brown color<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These events unfold quietly beneath a floating restaurant, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">where partying tourists discard waste directly into this beach area<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The film crew had to navigate through the hull of a boat to access a portion of the coral reef and document the silent <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">devastation<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">unbeknownst to any of the guests above<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>That scene haunts many with the message the coral itself seems to convey.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>&#8220;Look at us. Please pay attention!&#8221;<\/b><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The documentary &#8220;Chasing Coral,&#8221; released in 2017<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, chronicles the expedition of a diverse team of divers, scientists, and photographers across the globe, meticulously recording the vanishing coral reefs. It stands as a poignant reminder, a clarion call alerting us to the environmental degradation wrought by human-induced adversities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"I_HOW_DEEPLY_SIGNIFICANT_ARE_CORAL_REEFS_THAT_THEY_CAPTURE_EVERYONES_ATTENTION\"><\/span><strong>I. HOW DEEPLY SIGNIFICANT ARE CORAL REEFS THAT THEY CAPTURE EVERYONE&#8217;S ATTENTION?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Known as the &#8220;tropical rainforests beneath the sea,&#8221; coral reefs hold immense value for marine ecosystems and humans<\/strong>, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although coral reefs cover a small portion of the ocean, they are vital habitats for many marine species, providing breeding, spawning, and nursery grounds. These reefs sustain approximately 25% of all marine life, including over 4,000 species of fish. Remarkably, more than 70% of juvenile reef fish are drawn to the scent emitted by live corals. Without coral reefs, these fish would struggle to survive against predators, leading to ecological imbalances and disruptions in the global food supply chain. This could potentially result in mass extinctions that directly affect human populations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They provide a crucial food source for numerous marine species through various biogeochemical processes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coral reefs serve a crucial function in creating protective coastal barriers, mitigating the impact of large waves, winds, storms, floods, and slowing currents to prevent erosion. They play a key role in shielding coastlines from the effects of storms.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"attachment_38001\" style=\"width: 1610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-38001\" class=\"wp-image-38001 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR6056.jpg\" alt=\"Let dived into the water to see a fan coral at the Coral Jungle Reef, Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1200\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-38001\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Our international guests explore the Coral Jungle coral reef, the healthiest coral reef in Phu Quoc and throughout Vietnam.<\/p><\/div>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, coral reefs&#8217; captivating allure makes them a distinct attraction for both domestic and international tourists, facilitating tourism operators in arranging snorkeling excursions. Furthermore, they serve as a means of livelihood for many generations of fishermen, fostering economic and tourism growth in local communities. It is estimated that around 500 million people earn a livelihood from the exploitation of marine resources and the tourism opportunities provided by coral reefs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Playing a crucial role in reducing carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, zooxanthellae algae, which live symbiotically with corals, absorb carbon from the atmosphere through photosynthesis and convert it into a form that corals can utilize. Corals, in turn, transform this carbon into calcium carbonate (secreting calcium to build their skeletons), thus sequestering a portion of carbon beneath the ocean floor. Similar to humans, corals also require oxygen for respiration, a process that releases a certain amount of carbon dioxide. However, the carbon dioxide absorbed by corals surpasses the amount they emit.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Professor of Marine Sciences Stephen Palumbi at Stanford University once stated: <strong>&#8220;If you were to pick an ecosystem on which human well-being pivots, coral reefs would be up there in the top three.&#8221;<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"II_CURRENT_THREATS_CORAL_REEFS_ARE_FACING\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-size: 100%; color: #003366;\">II. <\/span>CURRENT THREATS CORAL REEFS ARE FACING<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite their significant value, coral reefs also face numerous threats to their survival, stemming from natural forces, human activities, and other natural enemies.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Nature<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Big waves from storms can be the cause of breaking or flattening large coral heads<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coral reefs are vulnerable to falling tides, especially when water levels drop too low, exposing coral heads to the sun&#8217;s radiation. This exposure can lead to the drying out of coral tissues<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Under the impact of climate change, rising temperatures cause sea water to warm. Just a 1\u00b0C increase in temperature can cause problems in the balance of the symbiotic relationship between algae and coral. While symbiotic algae provide corals with up to 80% of their total food needs. Breaking the symbiotic relationship between algae and coral causes the coral skeleton to be exposed to direct sunlight, causing the coral to become bleached and gradually die.<\/span>\n<p><div id=\"attachment_34837\" style=\"width: 1610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-34837\" class=\"wp-image-34837 size-full\" style=\"font-size: 14.4px;\" src=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/z3684629547465_7876c353590021c01b202371038124d7.jpg\" alt=\"A photo of sea anemones taken by an UK guest at the Northeast Reef in Phu Quoc in August 2022\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1200\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-34837\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A photo of sea anemones taken by a UK guest at the Northeast Reef in Phu Quoc in August 2022<\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Human<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The development of exploitation and fishing activities, along with inadequately designed diving tours (island hopping, snorkeling, and scuba diving) that prioritize economic benefits over protection measures, greatly impacts coral reefs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tourists\u2019 awareness when participating in undersea activities such as littering, changing natural structures, using sunscreen with substances that affect coral habitat, trampling when joining amateur coral viewing tours, unintentional mooring by tourist boats, etc.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Furthermore, in certain coastal areas in Vietnam, there is a concerning trend of manipulating coral for decorative purposes (such as decorative stone structures, miniature landscapes, and home decorations). Instead of harvesting corals directly, people plant explosives, causing coral pieces to disintegrate. These fragments are then collected, transported, and processed into limestone.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Human awareness in safeguarding coral reefs is paramount for their survival.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Natural Enemies<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Due to the benefits they offer, coral reefs attract a variety of creatures including box starfish (Acanthaster planci), peanut worms, sea mantises, crabs, snails, and others that prey on the soft tissues inside coral polyps. However, if the predator population becomes excessive, it can negatively impact the growth and development of coral species.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"III_HOW_WE_CAN_PROTECT_CORAL_REEFS\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"font-size: 100%; color: #003366;\">III. <\/span>HOW WE CAN PROTECT CORAL REEFS?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since images of coral reefs before and after being impacted by various factors have not been widely circulated, it&#8217;s challenging for us to fully grasp their significant loss. If we aim to prevent coral &#8220;jungles&#8221; from facing this plight, each of us must take action now and unite to protect Phu Quoc&#8217;s corals. This can be achieved by implementing measures such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Establishing coral nurseries to propagate and cultivate coral reefs, with the aim of transplanting them into natural habitats to replenish and rejuvenate dead and aging coral reefs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Replanting coral reefs (a method that has been applied by OnBird to regenerate and partially restore the reef\u2019s areas that was trampled or moored)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Participating in trash collection activities and ghost net cutting initiatives with OnBird underwater instructors, volunteer organizations,&#8230;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_34808\" style=\"width: 1610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-34808\" class=\"wp-image-34808 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/batch_z3684632085135_e0806cdc6e66e9f67bdc38b30aa8078b.jpg\" alt=\"Snorkeling at Coral Mountain, the best snorkeling &amp; diving spots in Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1200\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-34808\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">\u00a0Promoting safe coral viewing practices and instructing on skills to avoid coral damage &#8211; Phu Quoc Coral Mountain<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_22868\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22868\" class=\"wp-image-22868 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/gia-dinh-nhat-rac.jpg\" alt=\"Gia Dinh Nhat Rac\" width=\"600\" height=\"800\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-22868\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">After joining a coral snorkeling tour in the South Island, a Korean family joined OnBird&#8217;s tour guide in picking up trash (Date taken: 2019)<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Supporting projects, conservation centers, and organizations dedicated to marine conservation efforts aimed at protecting coral reefs and essential organisms like parrotfish and conch snails. These initiatives also focus on managing natural threats in Vietnamese waters, with key players such as the Museum of Oceanography and the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sasadanangteam\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> SASA team<\/a>, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and knowledge-sharing platforms like <a href=\"https:\/\/sanhovietnam.vn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">sanhovietnam.vn<\/a>.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anchoring underwater vehicles securely and responsibly<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engaging in responsible travel and exploration, employing coral-friendly sun protection methods.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make informed decisions when selecting snorkeling and diving tours that prioritize extensive research on location, timing, hydrological conditions, and operational principles dedicated to the protection of coral reefs. Opt for from a selection of vibrant and pristine coral reef sites, including Halfmoon Reef, Coral Mountain, Northeast Coral Reef, and Coral Jungle Reef. These tours are led by experienced underwater instructors who offer guidance on proper snorkeling techniques for safe coral viewing. By engaging in these tours, you play a part in mitigating the impact on coral reefs. Discover more snorkeling tours to explore thriving coral reefs with OnBird and contribute to coral protection initiatives.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn more about coral information in Phu Quoc <a href=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/category\/phu-quoc-island-explorer\/phu-quoc-coral-reefs-observation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">via here<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ghost_nets_removing_activities_in_the_coral_reefs\"><\/span><em><strong>Ghost nets removing activities in the coral reefs<\/strong><\/em><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recognizing the crucial role of corals in marine and terrestrial ecosystems, OnBird designs immersive exploration experiences focusing on marine life, while fostering awareness of coral conservation among visitors. Additionally, coral rescue efforts are integral. Ongoing activities involve removing fishing nets abandoned at sea, inspecting coral reefs to identify and remove ghost nets entangled with and threatening coral life. The OnBird Underwater Instructors strategize and execute the gradual removal of these ghost nets to facilitate coral recovery.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"Removing Abandoned Fishing Net From Coral Reef | Save Phu Quoc Coral Reef\" width=\"620\" height=\"349\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/C87yWiNgcoQ?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"entry-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_TIPS_FOR_YOUR_RESPONSIBLE_SNORKEL_IN_PHU_QUOC_ISLAND\"><\/span><strong>7 TIPS FOR YOUR RESPONSIBLE SNORKEL IN PHU QUOC ISLAND<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"0ng0M3Qmw1\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/vi\/7-tips-cho-mot-chuyen-lan-bien-co-trach-nhiem-tai-dao-phu-quoc\/\">7 L\u1edcI KHUY\u00caN CHO M\u1ed8T CHUY\u1ebeN L\u1eb6N BI\u1ec2N C\u00d3 TR\u00c1CH NHI\u1ec6M T\u1ea0I \u0110\u1ea2O PH\u00da QU\u1ed0C<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; visibility: hidden;\" title=\"&#8220;7 L\u1edcI KHUY\u00caN CHO M\u1ed8T CHUY\u1ebeN L\u1eb6N BI\u1ec2N C\u00d3 TR\u00c1CH NHI\u1ec6M T\u1ea0I \u0110\u1ea2O PH\u00da QU\u1ed0C&#8221; &#8212; OnBird | Phu Quoc Soft-adventure Journeys\" src=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/vi\/7-tips-cho-mot-chuyen-lan-bien-co-trach-nhiem-tai-dao-phu-quoc\/embed\/#?secret=0ng0M3Qmw1\" data-secret=\"0ng0M3Qmw1\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%80%9CFeed_the_Ocean%E2%80%9D_Campaign\"><\/span><strong>\u201cFeed the Ocean\u201d Campaign<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chi\u00ea\u0301n di\u0323ch<\/span><b> La\u0300m Gia\u0300u Cho \u0110a\u0323i D\u01b0\u01a1ng<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> ma\u0300 OnBird \u0111ang tham gia tri\u00ea\u0309n khai ta\u0323i Phu\u0301 Qu\u00f4\u0301c v\u01a1\u0301i mong mu\u00f4\u0301n \u0111o\u0301ng go\u0301p s\u01b0\u0301c nho\u0309 \u0111\u00ea\u0309 ba\u0309o t\u00f4\u0300n ra\u0323n san h\u00f4 \u0111ang suy thoa\u0301i ta\u0323i Phu\u0301 Qu\u00f4\u0301c: \u0111\u00e2y la\u0300 chi\u00ea\u0301n di\u0323ch \u0111\u01b0a m\u00f4\u0323t s\u00f4\u0301 sinh v\u00e2\u0323t bi\u00ea\u0309n tr\u01a1\u0309 la\u0323i ra\u0323n san h\u00f4 v\u01a1\u0301i mong mu\u00f4\u0301n kh\u00f4i phu\u0323c \u0111a\u0300n va\u0300 ba\u0309o t\u00f4\u0300n loa\u0300i, c\u00e2n b\u0103\u0300ng sinh ho\u0323c ta\u0323i ra\u0323n san h\u00f4 \u01a1\u0309 Phu\u0301 Qu\u00f4\u0301c v\u00f4\u0301n \u0111ang chi\u0323u suy thoa\u0301i nghi\u00eam tro\u0323ng t\u01b0\u0300 hoa\u0323t \u0111\u00f4\u0323ng \u0111a\u0301nh b\u0103\u0301t ca\u0301 g\u00e2\u0300n b\u01a1\u0300 qua\u0301 m\u01b0\u0301c, khai tha\u0301c du li\u0323ch thi\u00ea\u0301u tra\u0301ch nhi\u00ea\u0323m.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/onbird.vn\/feed-the-ocean-conserve-phu-quoc-marine-life\/<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"dLeB2xUhK0\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/feed-the-ocean-conserve-phu-quoc-marine-life\/\">FEED THE OCEAN &#8211; CONSERVE PHU QUOC MARINE LIFE<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; visibility: hidden;\" title=\"&#8220;FEED THE OCEAN &#8211; CONSERVE PHU QUOC MARINE LIFE&#8221; &#8212; OnBird | Phu Quoc Soft-adventure Journeys\" src=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/feed-the-ocean-conserve-phu-quoc-marine-life\/embed\/#?secret=dLeB2xUhK0\" data-secret=\"dLeB2xUhK0\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Vietnamese website providing information about coral reefs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our product team has developed a website providing information about corals in Vietnam in general, with a focus on those found on Phu Quoc Island, starting in early 2023.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">San Ho Viet Nam was established to disseminate valuable information and knowledge about corals and marine life, to enhance awareness among the Vietnamese people regarding the critical role of marine ecosystems, corals, and their direct impact on the livelihoods and economic benefits of the local.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The information on our site may inevitably have some shortcomings or be subject to controversy. We actively welcome readers&#8217; suggestions to enhance the quality of the content we share. Therefore, readers, please feel free to let us know if you have any further contributions. Additionally, please promptly share with OnBird any other methods of protecting coral reefs, so that together we can foster a responsible tourist community when visiting the waters of Phu Quoc.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Discover more about Phu Quoc&#8217;s coral reefs and join OnBird for an <a href=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/tour-category\/onbird-signature\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">unparalleled snorkeling and diving tours<\/a>, where we follow distinct crowd-avoiding routes to explore the hidden coral reefs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For additional guidanceon traveling to Phu Quoc and following itineraries to avoid crowds while having an authentic experience,<a href=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/category\/phu-quoc-island-explorer\/phu-quoc-things-to-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> click here<\/a>. \u2728<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Learn_more_about_disguised_coral_restoration\"><\/span><em><strong>Learn more about disguised coral restoration<\/strong><\/em><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Currently, coral restoration projects are extensively promoted in various locations across Vietnam, such as Co To Quang Ninh, Nha Trang, and Phu Quoc. We can offer deeper insights into identifying these projects, ensuring that tourists can distinguish between promotional efforts and practical initiatives. Here&#8217;s how:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coral Cultivation Project on Water Pipes: Corals are cultured to transform into durable, permanent structures, such as rocks and deceased coral formations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The primary coral variety is staghorn coral, known for its rapid growth rate, which is reflected in the report findings. However, staghorn corals are fragile and prone to mortality, especially when disturbed. Moreover, their aggressive growth can hinder the growth of other coral species on the reef by overshadowing them. A coral nursery typically comprises various species, with samples cut into smaller fragments. Once these fragments grow larger, they are transplanted onto natural reefs.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Disguised coral projects may mislead tourists and locals, serving ulterior motives for personal gain.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Before reading the following article, please take a moment to look at the picture. &nbsp; Isn&#8217;t this an amazing view? Wouldn&#8217;t you love to see it firsthand while snorkeling? This captivating scene from the documentary &#8220;Chasing Coral&#8221; mesmerizes viewers with the breathtaking beauty of a vibrant coral reef in New Caledonia. 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