[Coral-List] Requesting suggestions / case studies for a marine life viewing platform on / around coral reefs

Chloe Harvey hunt.chloe at gmail.com
Mon Nov 24 00:11:49 EST 2014


Dear Coral-List,

I am reaching out to ask if you have any suggestions for a marine life
viewing platform on / around coral reefs?

I coordinate Green Fins activities Internationally through The Reef-World
Foundation and in partnership with UNEP. Green Fins promotes environmental
standards for the diving and snorkelling industry through mitigation of
threats posed by the diving industry, and promotion of conservation
awareness to tourists and local communities. Dive centres sign up as
members and agree to adhere to the Green Fins Code of Conduct.

Many of these dive centres are incredibly passionate about reef protection
particularly from direct damage from divers who get too 'excited' about
marine life. An example of this are dives concerning the mandarin fish.
Whilst waiting for the mating ritual, divers often kneel or sit in the
surrounding area despite environmental content in dive briefings, and
correction of this behaviour by guides.

The idea of a submerged platform was raised by the diving industry, the
original idea was to have a reinforced mesh platform where divers could
kneel but prevent them from contacting the coral beneath whilst still
viewing marine life. Green Fins is exploring options for sharing an
environmentally responsible solution for similar sites around the world
(where appropriate).

Any input you may have would be much appreciated,

Best wishes,
Chloe Harvey
Programmes Manager
The Reef-World Foundation
Green Fins International Coordinators
Mobile: PH +63 (0)949 3140 789 UK +44 (0)7967 377 982


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