Adopt a Coral

Coral reefs, often referred to as the “rainforests of the sea,” stand out as one of the most diverse ecosystems globally. They provide crucial habitats for marine life, including sea turtles, offering them refuge and sustenance concurrently. However, coral reef ecosystems face various threats, including diseases, predation, pollution, sedimentation, unsustainable fishing practices, and climate change, which can result in coral breakage, bleaching, and potential mortality.

Corals possess the capacity to recover if environmental conditions improve before their demise. In order to address the decline of coral reefs and rehabilitate damaged areas, we gather “corals of opportunity,” cultivate them in nurseries, and subsequently relocate them to impaired regions. These corals of opportunity consist of fragments naturally dislodged from parent colonies or substrates. In 2021, our coral nurseries nurtured 356 coral fragments representing five species: Acropora muricata, Porites cylindrica, Hydnophora rigida, Acropora florida, and Acropora longicyathus. Twenty-four coral fragments of Acropora muricata and Porites cylindrica, cultivated in our nursery since early 2020, were transplanted to natural reefs.

How you can help
The restoration of coral reefs demands ongoing dedication, and we seek your assistance in this endeavour; specifically you can adopt a piece of coral. With your backing when you adopt a coral, we can salvage more corals that have previously suffered damage by cultivating them in nurseries before reintroducing them to their natural habitats. As an adopter of a coral, you will receive detailed information about the species and size of the coral you support. Updates on the growth and condition of your adopted coral in the nursery, along with its GPS location post-transplantation to natural reefs, will be provided. Furthermore, six months after transplantation, you will receive a personalised coral e-card featuring a photo of your adopted coral thriving in its natural environment. By adopting a coral, you become an integral part of the coral reef restoration efforts on Pulau Lang Tengah.