[Coral-List] Re: Coral bleaching in Barbados

[Fabian Hinds]

Dear Coral-list,

Barbados' coral reefs have also be experiencing some bleaching.  Preliminary investigations to the north of the island have revealed the following:

Depths: 30 -60 ft
Temp. at depth: 31C- 32C (dive computer)
Species affected: Diploria strigosa, Meandrina meandrites, Siderastrea siderea, Montastrea annularis, and Diploria labryinthiformis

Similar such reports have been made for the southern portion of the west coast.

Best regards,

Fabian Hinds
Marine Biologist (Ag)
Coastal Zone Management Unit
Phone: 228-5950/51/52
Fax: 228-5956