A healthy reef not only holds marine biodiversity, also molds some of the best waves on the planet. In Fiyihome of the mythical Cloudbreaka pioneer project that unites science, technology and local leadership to protect these key ecosystems against the effects of climate change.
The documentary Coral in focusrecently presented at Ocean House Beach Club during the UN Conference in Nice, portrays this unique alliance. Promoted by the Seatrees organization together with Reef Explorer Fi replantation of heat -resistant corals and in the documentation of its evolution through advanced techniques of underwater photography.
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“Planting corals is only part of the work”, Victor Bonito explains, president of Reef Explorer Fiji. “We look for the most resilient specimens to ensure the long -term recovery of the reef. We have already planted about 100,000.”
The initiative stands out for its local approach. Apakuki Tasere, one of the community leaders, summarizes it clearly: “Eleven years ago, there were fish everywhere. Now, we teach our children to take care of the reef. It is our inheritance. ”
The collaboration has also found echo in the local surf. Hannah Bennett, pioneer of the female surf in Fiyi, directs clinics for girls in which ocean protection is promoted: “We felt that they really respected our vision.”
Thanks to the Ocean Mode technology Of the new Samsung Galaxy, developed specifically for underwater photography, scripps researchers can now create 3D reef models, facilitating the monitoring of their health and biodiversity. A crucial step to bring these ecosystems closer to the rest of the world.
As Apakuki says: “It’s a big effort. We need hands everywhere to save the reef.”
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