A Community Unites to Save Its Reef

A Community Unites to Save Its Reef

by | Oct 21, 2021

In the 1980s, the coral reefs of Wahikuli and Honokōwai  radiated exuberant colors through Maui’s shallow waters, earning the nickname “rainbow reef.” The reef teemed with fish species loved for their delicious flavors—like weke and kumu (goatfish), awa (milkfish),...
Collaborative Monitoring for Effective Reef Management

Collaborative Monitoring for Effective Reef Management

by | Oct 21, 2021

Through Florida’s Reef Resilience Program (FRRP), the Partnership has supported coordination between scientists from 13 partner agencies for 14 years. Since 2005, more than 2,000 FRRP Disturbance Response Monitoring (DRM) surveys have been completed to document...
Using Data Analysis to Protect Reefs

Using Data Analysis to Protect Reefs

by | Oct 20, 2021

Data analysis is a valuable skill that enables resource managers to make informed decisions and better identify conservation priorities. Through the Partnership, resource managers in American Samoa were provided formal data analysis training and technical support....