Produced by: Manoj Kumar
Dubbed the “Amazon of the Sea,” the Coral Triangle spans six nations and harbors unmatched marine biodiversity, as highlighted in recent marine conservation studies.
Home to 764 coral species and over 3,000 fish species, the Coral Triangle boasts double the biodiversity of any other marine ecosystem, making it a global hotspot.
Over 120 million people rely on the Coral Triangle for food, income, and cultural heritage, marking it as both a marine and economic powerhouse.
Overfishing, dynamite and cyanide fishing, and irresponsible mining are causing irreversible damage to coral reefs that took thousands of years to form.
Rising ocean temperatures and coral bleaching from climate change force reefs to expel algae, leaving them vulnerable to diseases and death, jeopardizing the ecosystem.
Sustainable tourism emerges as a key to saving the Coral Triangle, advocating eco-friendly travel and limiting carbon footprints to preserve its marine beauty.
Eco-friendly programs promote responsible diving, liveaboard sailing, and sustainable resorts to support local communities and protect marine ecosystems.
A new Coral Triangle portal connects eco-conscious tourists to vetted operators, ensuring that exploration aligns with conservation. Destinations like Raja Ampat and Timor-Leste lead the charge.
The Coral Triangle’s conservation efforts, driven by sustainable tourism, promise to protect this marine treasure for future generations while supporting global biodiversity.