How Corals Reproduce: The Incredible Story Behind Every Coral Reef
How does an entire coral reef begin? Discover the remarkable life cycle of corals, from spectacular mass spawning events. Learn how coral reproduction keeps reefs alive and why protecting healthy reefs is essential for the future of our oceans.
Coral Spawning on the Gili Islands: Witnessing One of Nature’s Greatest Underwater Events
Coral spawning is one of the ocean’s most spectacular natural events. Discover how millions of coral eggs and sperm are released into the sea, learn why this annual phenomenon is essential for healthy reefs.
Gili Islands Diving Report – July 2026
Discover what’s happening beneath the surface in the Gili Islands this month. This monthly diving update highlights the latest marine life sightings, reef conditions, visibility, and underwater trends observed across hundreds of dives around Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno, Gili Air, and Lombok.
Why Coral Reefs Matter
Coral reefs cover less than one percent of the ocean floor, yet they support a quarter of all marine life. Discover why coral reefs are essential for turtles, sharks, tropical islands and coastal communities.
Why Anchors Damage Coral Reefs: The Hidden Threat Beneath Every Boat
A single boat anchor can destroy coral colonies that have taken decades to grow. Discover why anchors are one of the greatest threats to coral reefs, how mooring buoys protect reefs.
Why Coral Reefs Need Fish: The Hidden Heroes of the Underwater World
Healthy coral reefs depend on much more than corals alone. Discover how parrotfish, surgeonfish, cleaner wrasse, reef sharks, and countless other species work together to keep coral reefs alive.
Why Some Corals Live for Hundreds of Years: The Ocean’s Ancient Architects
Some coral colonies alive today began growing hundreds of years ago. Discover why massive corals can outlive generations of marine life, how scientists estimate their age, and why these ancient reef builders are among the most valuable animals in the oceans.
Coral Restoration on the Gili Islands: How Local Communities Are Rebuilding the Reefs
The Gili Islands are home to some of Indonesia’s most innovative coral restoration projects. Discover how the Gili Eco Trust pioneered the famous Biorock reefs, learn about Coral Catch’s restoration work on Gili Air, and explore how local communities are helping rebuild coral reefs in the heart of the Coral Triangle.
Soft Coral vs Hard Coral: Understanding the Building Blocks of the Reef
What is the difference between soft coral and hard coral? Learn how hard corals build reefs, why soft corals add colour and biodiversity, and discover which reef organisms are often mistaken for corals.
Understanding Coral Shapes: A Diver’s Guide to Hard Corals in the Gili Islands
From branching corals and giant table corals to brain corals and underwater coral gardens, every reef tells a story. Learn how to identify the most common hard coral growth forms found in the Gili Islands.