Manta Survey at Komodo National Park

Species

Impacts

Marine debris 0%

Bleaching 0%

Diver 0%

Location

Sebayur Kecil, Komodo National Park on 27 Nov, 2018

Descent: 08:50

Depth: 20 m

Duration: 45 min


Temp:: 27 ℃

Divers:: 4

Boats:: 3

Current:: No current - able to hold position without finning

Notes:: -

Team

Bleaching

Bleaching occurs when corals expel their symbiotic zooxanthellae - pigmented, algae-like protozoa that live within the coral's cells. High temperature, pollution or other stresses can cause the coral to expel its zooxanthellae, leading to a lighter or complete loss of color.

Diver

Poor diver etiquette, including poor buoyancy control, improperly secured gear, excessive photography flashes, and careless fin kicks, can result in diver induced damage to coral reefs.