Corals are living legacies.
They grow for hundreds of years, laying the foundation for reefs and creating complex, three-dimensional and colourful habitats home to a quarter of all marine life.
But sadly, climate change, disease, pollution and more are killing reefs all around the world. Some of our oldest and largest corals are being wiped out in a matter of days, and 90% of the world’s corals on track to die by 2050.
We can’t turn back time, but we do have the chance to reimagine, recreate and restore.
At the Perry Institute for Marine Science, we’re revolutionizing ocean conservation and creating a Caribbean-wide movement to save coral reefs…whether through reef restoration, innovation or inspiration.
Will you join us?
This Giving Tuesday, we’re asking you to adopt a coral or sponsor a coral nursery!
Together, let’s ensure coral reefs don’t become a thing of the past.
Fieldwork Wrap-Up: Strengthening MPA Management in The Bahamas
Marine protected areas (MPAs) are critical tools in the conservation of marine species and habitats, safeguarding reefs, seagrasses, and mangroves that provide vital ecosystem services
Coral Reef Monitoring with Photogrammetry: A New Era in Reef Health Assessment
Coral reefs are some of the most biodiverse ecosystems on the planet, providing crucial habitat for marine life and protecting coastal regions from erosion. Yet,
Watch “We Among the Reef:” A Documentary on the Abaco Barrier Reef
The Perry Institute for Marine Science invites you to watch “We Among the Reef,” a compelling documentary that illuminates the significance of the Abaco Barrier
Guardians of the Deep: With Training from PIMS, Key Government Staff Become PADI Certified Divers
Akehia Thompson (DMR), Quetta Gibson (DMR), and Gilles Deal (DEPP) share a moment of camaraderie in their scuba gear, embarking on their training journey with
Powering the Next Wave: Celebrating the Conclusion of Our 2024 Rising Tides Program
The Rising Tides program, an initiative of the Perry Institute for Marine Science, is nurturing the next generation of conservationists in The Bahamas. Through classroom instruction and field studies, Bahamian students are inspired and equipped with knowledge and skills for careers in marine science, conservation, and research. The program has certified students as PADI Open Water Divers and Reef Rescue Divers, paving the way for future academic and professional opportunities. The impact of the Rising Tides program is best expressed through the voices of its passionate participants, who share their transformative experiences and dreams for the future of marine conservation.
Exploring Little Inagua’s Coral Reef & Seagrass Habitats
Marine researchers from the Perry Institute for Marine Science (PIMS) and the Bahamas National Trust (BNT) collaborate for an expedition in the southern Bahamas. The
