wildlife inventory and issues affecting kawaihae coral reef
In the calm water of Kawaihae harbor, coral growth is different than in areas with more wave actions. At first glance, these coral colonies appear to be another species. They are similar to a cauliflower coral (Pocillopora meandrina)’s branching. But, these are finger corals (Porites compressa). Their branches can fuse.
The Keola sailboat went aground in late December 2020 due to strong winds. It was extricated fairly quickly that morning. I could not see and document the damage to the coral until a few days later, on December 28, 2020. This grounding is the fifth on this small reef.… Read more “keola sailboat’s grounding december 2020”
