Our Work
Coral spawning is one of the most remarkable natural events in the ocean, usually occurring around the full moon when corals release their gametes in synchrony. To successfully scale up reef restoration, it is essential to record which coral species are spawning, where, and when.
Our team is now offering support in this important work by helping to build a calendar of spawning events. Such a calendar serves as a valuable resource for guiding future monitoring and enabling the collection of coral spawn in the years ahead, thereby strengthening large-scale restoration initiatives.
We would be delighted to collaborate with partners who share the vision of safeguarding coral reefs for future generations and ensuring that restoration efforts are guided by robust, science-based knowledge.
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workshop 1
As part of our ongoing efforts to support coral reef restoration, SECORE is working to record which coral species are spawning, when, and where. This information is critical for building a long-term calendar of spawning events, which will guide future restoration activities and the collection of coral spawn in years to come. To achieve this, we are looking for dedicated individuals who can snorkel or dive to assist in monitoring coral spawning events. Your participation will contribute directly to vital scientific knowledge and the conservation of our reefs. If you are interested in taking part or would like more details, please get in touch with us at [contact information]. Together, we can help secure a brighter future for coral reefs.
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workshop 2
As part of our ongoing coral spawning monitoring efforts, we kindly ask that you send us your observations, including:
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Photos of corals spawning
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Date and time of observation
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Exact location (GPS coordinates if possible)
This information will allow us to update and maintain an accurate coral spawning calendar, which is essential for guiding future monitoring and restoration activities.
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WORKSHOP 3
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Spawning is never guaranteed, especially in a changing climate. When in doubt, go for a dive.
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Predictions do not include buffers; we suggest entering the water well before predicted times.
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Dive in a place with high coral cover.
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Make multiple dives on multiple nights.
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Dive shallower than 50′ to maximize dive time.
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Use a moderately bright dive light.
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Scan the water column for clouds of spawn and trace them back to the colony that released them.
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Spawn from most brain/star/elkhorn/staghorn corals looks like snow/confetti/polka dots.
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Spawn from starlet, pillar, maze, and pineapple corals and male great star corals looks like puffs of smoke or sprays of fine sand.
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Spawn from female great star corals looks like chunky vomit (hooray!).
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Spawning depends on local sunset times; to adjust dives based on your local sunset times.
TIPS FOR THOSE WHO LIKE TO OBSERVE CORAL SPAWNING
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workshop 4
As part of our coral spawning monitoring program, we kindly ask that you observe your sighting carefully and send us a record including:Date and time of observationExact location (GPS coordinates if possible)Coral species observed spawningNumber of coloniesPhotos or videos (if available)Your submissions are essential for building an accurate coral spawning calendar, which guides future monitoring and restoration efforts.Please send your records to info@angie.sea.com or share via carmablog@gmail.com,v.chamberland.com
Thank you for your commitment to reef conservation!
