Kaneohe Bay, an estuarine and coral reef ecosystem on the windward coast of Oahu, Hawaii, is often cited as an exemplary illustration of the resiliency of a natural system to environmental insult. Impacts to Kaneohe Bay coral reefs have resulted from various effects of natural processes such as...
“Coral reefs provide coastal protection, they provide fisheries, they support cultural practices in Hawaii,” Gove said. “And the loss of reefs just has such detrimental consequences to the ecosystem.” Wildfire wreckage is visible on Aug. 9, 2023, in Lahaina, Hawaii. (Tiffany...
Kaneohe Bay, an estuarine and coral reef ecosystem on the windward coast of Oahu, Hawaii, is often cited as an exemplary illustration of the resiliency of a natural system to environmental insult. Impacts to Kaneohe Bay coral reefs have resulted from various effects of natural processes such as...
A 20-year study is shining a light on a world that’s upending the very idea of a coral reef.
This algae grows on the coral heads and also uses calcium carbonate in the reef building process. Many other species, such as sponges and other algae, live on the coral reef that are part of this ecosystem.The reef breaks down into sand by two main factors – mechanical erosion and ...
So far the Akule school is still intact and no one has attempted to recapture them yet. There is an ongoing investigation into the coral reef damage, and let's hope that it progress is a fair and just manner. TheKona Underwater Photographic Societyhas been trying to keep an eye on the...
Protect ourselves and marine life and their habitat by not FEEDING them to; make animals less agressive, protect marine life from injesting harmful foods, protect the balance of the marine ecosystem, and let the fish do their job. Apply sunscreen 30 minutes before entering the water. Reef saf...
Always be cautious of the coral reef and please respect our fragile Maui ecosystem. Can I expect to see sea turtles while snorkeling at Olowalu? Yes, you will have a very good chance of encountering the amazing Hawaiian green sea turtles while snorkeling at Olowalu. These gentle creatures are...
of spotting majestic humpback whales and playful dolphins during our captivating whale and dolphin watching tours. Witness these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat, and with our eco-conscious approach, you can revel in the beauty of wildlife while preserving the delicate marine ecosystem. ...
20. Coral Reef of Big Island of Hawaii The islands of Hawaii have some of the most diverse coral reefs in the world. That is thanks to the fact that they are all the way out there in the Pacific Ocean in somewhat isolation. There are more than 1000 different kinds of marine life alon...