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Our Mission
Reef Revival is striving to support the restoration and regeneration of damaged coral fragments that have broken of reefs. We aim to nurse these coral back onto established reef systems, specifically in a protected sanctuary zone in the Heron Island. This has been achieved through our innovative creation, the Coral Cradle.
The Coral Cradle facilitates the repopulation of degraded reefs, enhancing biodiversity and helping to prevent further damage.
The Problem
The Solution
Coral Cradle
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STEP 1: Plantation
Coral fragments are fastened to the Coral Cradle’s attachment plate using marine epoxy. The cradle is closed, encasing the fragments within its protective structure which is then nailed to the reef.
STEP 2: Mainternance
The Cradle will protect the coral fragments during their most vulnerable state allowing them to growth, void of physical threats such as boat groundings. Within 1.5 - 2 years these fragments will grow into substantial polyps and begin to emerge through the cradles openings. After 3 years minimum, the cradle will begin to biodegrade in the marine environment, leaving the maturing coral to establish itself on the reef.
STEP 3: Results
These branching coral colonies, that have been able to withstand physical threats as a result of the Coral Cradle, will improve the biodiversity of the reef through supporting a greater variety of marine species and strengthen the overall resilience of the ecosystem
Coral Restoration Organisation Testimonials
Dr Victor Bonito
"Climate change is threatening reefs around the world. Their future relies on the development of approaches to help reefs adapt to and recover from its impacts."
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100% of resotration programs believe there is room for improvment
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Our Sanctuary is located on the South Side of Heron Island in the Great Barrier Reef. It features a glass walkway to enable a viewing of the coral cradles.