We have been keeping something under wraps, with a few hints of what is coming.
The space is getting close to ready and we are so excited to start sharing more!
#coralrestoration #oceanliteracy #oceanconservation
Trying to film the coral nursery…
but the fish had other plans 🐟📸
Every time we bring a camera underwater, somebody has to investigate.
Honestly, they might be the real owners of the reef. 🌊💛 #ScubbleBubbles
Over the past few years, sargassum has become an increasingly familiar sight across the Caribbean🌿
While floating offshore, sargassum provides habitat and shelter for many marine species. However, the sheer scale of recent blooms is having major impacts on coastlines and coastal ecosystems in the region.
As the algae decomposes, it consumes oxygen in the water and releases strong smelling gases such as hydrogen sulfide and ammonia. Prolonged exposure to these gases may cause respiratory irritation and the thick cover of algae can stress or smother coral reefs, seagrass beds, and mangroves😕
The current scale of these blooms is believed to be linked to a combination of excess nutrient runoff from large rivers, warming ocean temperatures, and changing currents and wind patterns. As environmental conditions continue to shift, understanding and monitoring sargassum has become increasingly important across the Caribbean 🔬 #scubblebubbles
Who’s that Pokémon? 👀
It’s a West Atlantic trumpetfish.
With a face like that, you already know this fish spends its time judging everyone underwater. Its long body helps it blend into reefs and seagrass, where it quietly waits for the perfect moment to sneak up on smaller fish.
Basically the ocean’s version of “if I stand very still, nobody will notice me."
#WhosThatPokemon #ScubbleBubbles
Fire corals (Millepora spp.) are often mistaken for true corals, but they belong to the class Hydrozoa (a group more closely related to jellyfish). Their name comes from the characteristic burning sensation caused by stinging cells in their polyps.
Despite these differences, fire corals share key similarities with reef-building corals: they host symbiotic algae (zooxanthellae), contribute to reef structure, and can bleach under environmental stress. Their varied growth forms, from branching to encrusting, provide habitat for a wide range of reef organisms.
Fire coral is a reminder that not everything on the reef is what it seems, and why it’s important to look, but not touch 🔥
Which species should we feature next? Comment below ⬇️ #scubblebubbles
Job description:
– fix tiny coral problems
– underwater
– in the current
– while fish judge you
Our volunteers understood the assignment.
They make it look easy… but reef work takes patience, focus, and a lot of care 💙
From tying coral fragments to keeping the nursery clean and healthy,
it’s the kind of work that doesn’t always stand out, but makes a real difference over time 🌱
We’re incredibly grateful for every volunteer who puts in the time and effort to make this happen.
Happy Labor Day 🌊
#LaborDay #ScubbleBubbles
Are you helping or harming the reef? 🤔
From touching coral to feeding wildlife, many common behaviors can unintentionally harm reef ecosystems and the species that depend on them. Being aware of how we interact with the ocean is an important step in protecting these ecosystems! 🪸🐚🌊
Swipe to learn what to avoid and how to interact with reefs responsibly ⏩️ #scubblebubbles
🧡 Fun Fact Friday
Meet the King of Camouflage 👑🐙
In honor of King’s Day, we’re celebrating one of the true “royals” of the ocean: the octopus. He is known for his ability to change color, texture, and even shape, he can blend easy into his surroundings in seconds.
Under a diver’s light, he might seem easy to spot… but in the dark, this animal can disappear almost instantly, matching the ocean floor with remarkable precision.
👀 One moment you see him… the next, he's gone.
#FunFactFriday #KingsDay #ScubbleBubbles
Coral or sponge, what are the key differences between these animals? 🪸🧽
Both are common on coral reefs and can sometimes look very similar at first glance, but they are very different animals with unique roles in the ecosystem.
Corals are colonies of tiny animals called polyps that build hard calcium carbonate skeletons, forming the framework of coral reefs. Many reef-building corals also host symbiotic algae that provide them with energy through photosynthesis, while their tentacles can capture plankton from the water.
In contrast, sponges have soft bodies filled with pores and internal canals. They feed by pumping water through their bodies, filtering out microscopic food particles such as bacteria and plankton. Some sponges can filter thousands of liters of water each day!
Swipe to explore more differences between corals and sponges! #scubblebubbles
Beneath quiet waves,
we protect what we love most.
Life returns in blue.
Today is International Haiku Poetry Day. A day to celebrate short poems that capture simple moments and feelings.
#haikupoetry #scubblebubbles
Not all corals grow the same way!
Corals come in a wide variety of shapes and structures known as growth forms, from branching and plating to massive and encrusting colonies. These different forms influence how corals grow, compete for space and light, and create different habitats for marine life.
Swipe through to explore some common coral growth forms found on Caribbean reefs 🪸🌊#scubblebubbles
What did you think it was?
This is a Tiger tail sea cucumber, a species often found on Caribbean reefs. They might look unusual, but they play an important role by cleaning the sand, feeding on it and recycling nutrients back into the ecosystem.
They’re also mostly active at night and tend to hide when exposed to too much light, which makes finding them like this a bit more special.
The ocean is full of different pokemon, some more surprising than others. #ScubbleBubbles #whoisthatpokemon
