CTC, under the USAID-SEA Project, has began working in to support Marine Protected Area (MPA) establishment in Lease Islands in Maluku Province. Lease Islands MPA is envisioned to fit multi-purpose needs of fisheries, marine tourism and marine sustainability that will benefit local communities and enable food security. In 2016, the Governor of Maluku released a…
A major new study estimates over 11 billion pieces of plastic contaminate vital reefs in the Asia-Pacific region and increase the likelihood of disease from 4% to 89%! Scientists estimate that amount of plastic entangled on coral will increase by 40% by 2025, as reported in the journal Science! The study has shown that plastic…
CTC joined the fourth Nusa Penida Festival on December 6-9, 2017. The Nusa Penida Festival combines art and culture with water sports, beach cleanup, and the planting of coral reefs and mangroves. Its goal is to promote Nusa Penida’s culture and responsible tourism. More than 1500 attended the event, from villagers, dive operators, local and…
Coral Triangle Center (CTC) in partnership with the Timor-Leste Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries (MAF), completed biophysic and socioeconomic surveys in both Atauro Island and Liquica from 3-11 October, 2017. The aim of these surveys was to collect data both on land with communities as well as underwater to help aid in the creation of…
It’s the time of the year again to check on the health of reefs and fish in Nusa Penida MPA! From July 17-24, 2017, a dedicated team of divers braved strong currents and swells to measure coral reef coverage and fish biomass in 15 dive sites across the three islands comprising Nusa Penida MPA –…
A comprehensive scientific survey on Bali’s coral reefs showed that the island’s corals remain resilient despite threats from pollution, unregulated fishing and irresponsible tourism. The Bali Reef Health Survey, conducted during a four-month period from July to October 2015, found that that 60% of Bali’s coral reefs are in good condition. The survey is the first…