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Abu Dhabi Is Set To Grow Millions Of Coral Reefs
Abu Dhabi is getting ready to dive deep into marine conservation with a plan to plant over FOUR MILLION coral colonies by the end of the decade. This initiative is set to cover more than 900 hectares, potentially becoming the world’s largest coral rehabilitation endeavor.
The ambitious initiative was just launched
Spearheaded by Sheikh Hamdan Bin Zayed, this project aims to build upon the previous success of restoring one million coral colonies since 2021, which boasted an impressive 95% survival rate. Dr. Shaikha Salem Al Dhaheri, Secretary General of the Environment Agency in Abu Dhabi (EAD), emphasised the expansion of the program, highlighting a reinforced commitment to marine conservation and resilient ecosystems.
The results speak for themselves, with restored coral sites showing significant signs of recovery. Fish populations and species diversity have surged by over 50% in these revitalized areas already!
Thriving even in the summer
Remarkably, the coral in the nursery and restored sites continued to thrive even during the scorching summer months. This resilience underscores their strength and ability to withstand extreme heat and challenging weather conditions.
Dr. Shaikha noted that despite the Arabian Gulf’s harsh environmental conditions, these coral reefs have demonstrated an exceptional ability to adapt. Their flexibility allows them to endure the hottest seas, setting them apart from other coral reefs worldwide.
The ‘Abu Dhabi Coral Garden’ initiative
Set to unfold over the next five years, the project involves creating underwater ‘gardens’ by deploying 40,000 eco-friendly artificial corals of various designs and sizes, aiming to support marine organism growth across 1,200 square kilometers of coastal and deep-sea areas.
These artificial reefs are engineered to attract marine life at rates three times higher than natural reefs, with the potential to yield over five million kilograms of fish annually!
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