We use coral micro-fragmentation a technique that uses the natural phenomenon of reef regeneration from small coral fragments. It was discovered that very small fragments of corals have a speedy regeneration growth rate that was 25-40 times faster than other regeneration techniques.

We had received the Lesser-known Habitats Grants 2019 from The Habitats Trust (INR 20 lakhs) for December 2019 to December 2020, which we have successfully completed by transplanting 192 pieces of coral on 4 tables which are continuously being monitored every month.

Our team of divers have been carefully transplanting fragments of coral in the waters around Grande Island, Goa since early 2020 and they have shown encouraging growth since then.

As of 2023, we have successfully upscaled this to more than 500+ coral fragments on 10 tables, which will continue to be monitored and taken care of for several years to come before we outplant them on carefully chosen permanent locations on the reef.

We kick-started our Coral Adoption campaign under this program with the objective of raising funds to monitor already transplanted corals as well as to transplant new reef-building species of corals, like Favia, during 2021. Up until 2024, 139 fragments of coral have already been adopted, raising almost Rs. 7.0 Lakhs. Thanks a million to all our wonderful donors!

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In 2023, we initiated an Artificial Reef project at Grande Island, Goa, funded by Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL), to enhance marine biodiversity, promote awareness, and augment coral cover near Goa's islands. We successfully designed and fabricated 50 artificial reefs deployed at four different sites around the island. These reefs feature flooring tiles onto which we carefully transplanted naturally generated coral fragments, fostering local coral cover and supporting fish population growth. Coral fragments of various species were collected from sites around the three islands, cut into 2 to 3 cm fragments, and transplanted onto the reef structures using a special epoxy glue. We employed AI for coral growth measurement. We are currently in the testing phase of our Underwater Remote Operated Vehicle (ROV) for photo capture. Regular monitoring activities assess coral health, mortality, bleaching, and disease. Fish biomass and diversity are recorded to measure marine biodiversity as an increase in this benefits artisanal fisherfolk who are the primary beneficiaries due to improved fish catch quantity and quality. Additionally, the dive tourism industry benefits from the enhanced marine biodiversity and underwater landscape.

This program teaches certified scuba divers passionate about preserving our oceans how to become a Citizen Scientist. Certified divers can actively contribute to marine conservation by participating in coral transplantation and data collection. Your observations will be added to a global database, advancing our understanding of ocean health.

Becoming a Marine Monitor is easy. Book your space on our Observation Trips held on pre-booked Saturdays from November to April.

Not certified? Join our SSI-certified Open Water Diver course, conducted over four days. Dive with us and record your observations to support marine conservation efforts.