scholarly journals Tutupan Terumbu Karang pada Kedalaman Berbeda di Perairan Pantai Batu Sungu, Desa Les, Kabupaten Buleleng

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 42
Author(s):  
I Putu Dede Charles Dharma Saputra ◽  
IGB Sila Dharma ◽  
Yulianto Suteja ◽  
Widiastuti Widiastuti
Keyword(s):  
Water Quality ◽  
Coral Cover ◽  
Management Plan ◽  
Coral Growth ◽  
Ex Situ ◽  
Live Coral ◽  
Growth Forms ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Study Sites

Bali island has many magnificent underwater coral reef gardens that attract tourists. Besides Pemuteran and Menjangan island waters,  Batu Sungu water has also potential to be a new tourist destination. Thus, to determine the potency and management plan in Batu Sungu waters, this research aimed to examine the overall coral cover, coral growth forms, other benthic forms, and each of their components in 5 and 10 m depths.  The overall coral cover, coral growth forms, other benthic forms, and each of their components were counted by using the Line Intercept Transect (LIT) method. Before collecting data, study sites were observed by using the Manta Tow method. Data were collected in 2 depths (5 dan 10 m) with 5 sites each (replicates) that separates within 50 to 150 m. A 25 m LIT was spread parallel to the coastline above the reefs. Live coral colonies, other benthic forms below the transects were measured for the number, length, and growth forms. Water quality was measured in situ (temperature, current, and clarity) and ex situ (pH). Results showed that the category of coral coverage in Batu Sungu water is "good” in 5 m and "moderate” in 10 m whereas there was no significant difference among each component of the overall coral cover. The most dominant coral growth form among the 2 depths was Coral Massive whereas significantly abundant in 5 m. Moreover, the number of Coral Foliose was found significantly high in the same depth. Other coral growth forms were relatively similar in numbers in two depths.  As likewise, the cover of other benthic forms and its component were not significantly different among two depths, except  Dead Coral with Algae which significantly plentiful in 5 m. Sand was dominantly found in two depths with no significant difference. Furthermore, Coraline Alga was only observed in 5 m, however, there were no Macroalga and Alga Assemblages found at this depth. It is assumed that the similarity number of the overall coral cover, coral growth forms, other benthic forms, and each of their components is related to the alikeness of water quality among the two depths. 

scholarly journals Class Conservation Morfologi Karang berdasarkan Kedalaman pada Struktur Terumbu Karang di Pulau Kemujan dan Pulau Sintok, Karimunjawa, Jawa Tengah Coral Morphology Class Conservation Based on Depth of Coral Reef Structure in Kemujan and Sintok Islands, Karimunjawa, Central Java

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 123-130
Author(s):  
Renanda Nur Erviana ◽  
Pujiono Wahyu Purnomo ◽  
Supriharyono Supriharyono
Keyword(s):  
Water Quality ◽  
Coral Reefs ◽  
Water Depth ◽  
Coral Cover ◽  
Coral Growth ◽  
Live Coral ◽  
Growth Forms ◽  
Point Count ◽  
Effect Of Water ◽  
Coral Morphology

ABSTRAKKemujan dan Sintok merupakan pulau yang termasuk ke dalam zona pemanfaatan sebagai wisata bahari dan memiliki keanekaragaman bentuk pertumbuhan karang yang tinggi. Bentuk pertumbuhan karang dibedakan menjadi karang acropora dan non-acopora dengan perbedaan morfologi seperti tipe branching, massive, encruisting, foliose, dan digitae. Analisis morfologi karang sebagai pendukung status penutupan karang dapat mengetahui kondisi terumbu karang sesuai class conservation. Tujuan penelitian ini mengetahui kualitas perairan, struktur terumbu karang, morfologi karang berdasarkan class conservation dan pengaruh kedalaman terhadap struktur serta morfologi karang di Pulau Kemujan dan Sintok. Pengambilan data dilaksanakan pada bulan November 2019.  Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah metode Underwater Photo Transect (UPT) dengan menggunakan transek sepanjang 30 meter. Data yang diambil adalah parameter kualitas perairan dan foto underwater karang. Data hasil penelitian diolah menggunakan aplikasi CPCe (Coral Point Count with Excel extensions) dan uji non parametrik dengan SPSS serta dianalisis menggunakan diagram r-K-S. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kualitas perairan pada lokasi penelitian masih dalam keadaan normal. Persentase kelimpahan karang hidup termasuk dalam kategori sedang sampai dengan sangat baik yaitu  berkisar 25,56 -76,22%. Persentase morfologi karang berdasarkan Class conservation secara umum memiliki dominasi kelompok kompetitors (K) atau CC=2 yang berkisar 48,72 – 76,5%,  hal ini menunjukkan bahwa pada lokasi penelitian didominasi karang bentuk branching maupun foliose serta tidak ada pengaruh signifikan kedalaman air terhadap morfologi karang. ABSTRACTKemujan and Sintok are islands in the utilization zone as marine tourism and have high diversity of coral growth forms. The coral’s life form can be grouped into acropora and non-acopora corals with morphological differences such as branching, massive, encruisting, foliose, and digitae types. Morphological analysis of corals as supporting the status of coral cover can determine the condition of coral reefs according to class conservation. The purpose of this study are to determine the quality of the waters, the structure of coral reefs, coral morphology based on class conservation and the influence of depth on the structure and morphology of corals in Kemujan and Sintok Islands. Data collection was carried out in November 2019. The research method used was the Underwater Photo Transect (UPT) method using a 30 meter transect. The data collected the parameters of water quality and underwater coral photos. The research data were processed using the CPCe (Coral Point Count with Excel extensions) application and non-parametric tests with SPSS and analyzed using the r-K-S diagram. The results showed that the water quality at the study area was still in a normal condition. However, there was no significant effect of water depth on coral morphology. The percentage of live coral abundance was included in the moderate to very good category, ranging from 25.56 to 76.22%. Percentage of coral morphology based on Class conservation generally has a predominance of competitor groups (K) or CC = 2 ranging from 48.72 - 76.5%. Moreover, the results show that based on the coral growth forms at the study sites were dominated by branching and foliose corals and there was no significant effect of water depth on coral morphology.  

scholarly journals In situ acoustic analysis of two twentieth-century heritage carillons

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Scott Allan Orr
Keyword(s):  
Twentieth Century ◽  
Acoustic Analysis ◽  
Mechanical Action ◽  
Ex Situ ◽  
Physical Acoustics ◽  
Acoustic Characteristics ◽  
Dynamic Level ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
And Function

AbstractCarillons are a diverse and global form of musical and civic heritage: musical instruments comprised of a series of 23 or more bells, typically hung in a tower-like structure, tuned chromatically and played from a touch-sensitive manual and pedal console using an elaborate mechanical action. Carillon bells have a distinct series of musical overtones which should be accurately tuned to one another and with other bells they sound alongside. Although these overtones have been previously studied ex situ, this study assesses the acoustic characteristics of two early-twentieth century carillons in Toronto, Canada as a combination of structure, bells, and mechanical action. Thus, the instrument and its context are considered holistically, more accurately reflecting the musical sensitivity of a carillonist. Spectral analysis of audio samples of each bell at different musical dynamic levels enabled the analysis of the acoustic qualities of the bells and the mechanical action of the instruments. The tuning of bells in the instruments varied; most importantly, there was a significant difference between the audial intensity of the bell tones produced by the instruments, demonstrating the importance of the mechanical action as part of the ‘carillon system’. This was represented with a resistive power-law model, that represents the sensitivity of intensity to carillonist musical dynamic level. A discussion of the implications for artistic and heritage practice follows. Understanding the in situ physical acoustics of the carillon as a holistic instrument in its context informs performers, arrangers, and composers of how they can best embrace the instrument’s unique qualities to improve artistic pursuits and support the appreciation of carillons as heritage instruments and function as civic voices.

Image Analysis to Quantify Coral Bleaching Using Greyscale Model  v1

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rowan Mclachlan ◽  
Andrea G Grottoli
Keyword(s):  
Image Analysis ◽  
Ex Situ ◽  
Live Coral ◽  
Reference Standard ◽  
Color Analysis ◽  
Mean Intensity ◽  
Coral Colony ◽  
Colony Color ◽  
Highly Correlated

This protocol outlines a method of quantitatively measuring the degree of bleaching of a coral colony non-destructively in the field using image analysis. Previous studies have shown that mean intensity grey (MIG), also known as percent whiteness, is highly correlated with chlorophyll a and Symbiodiniaceae density (Chow et al. 2016, Amid et al. 2018), and therefore can be used to quantify the bleaching intensity of a coral colony. Color analysis can be done using digital photographs of live coral colonies either in situ (e.g., Maguire et al. 2003) or ex-situ in the lab (Amid et al. 2018; this protocol). Photographs must be taken prior to any preservation or processing of tissue, such as freezing, use of preservatives or fixatives, airbrushing etc., to ensure no alteration of the original coral color occurs. In this protocol, corals are photographed in front of a white reference standard and the resulting color images are subsequently converted to 8-bit greyscale and analyzed. There are two steps to this protocol: 1) Photographing live coral fragments 2) Image analysis of mean grey value This protocol was written by Dr. Rowan McLachlan and was reviewed by Dr. Andréa Grottoli. Acknowledgments I would like to thank Dr. Eugene Katrukha for kindly taking the time to teach me this method, and providing me feedback on how to produce higher quality images for analysis.

scholarly journals Are Coral Clasts from a Turbid Near-Shore Reef Environment a Suitable Material for Radiocarbon Analysis?

Radiocarbon ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 55 (2) ◽  
pp. 624-630 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pauline Gulliver ◽  
Suzanne Palmer ◽  
Chris Perry ◽  
Scott Smithers
Keyword(s):  
Coral Cover ◽  
Reef Coral ◽  
High Energy ◽  
Coral Growth ◽  
Live Coral ◽  
Reef Environment ◽  
Suitable Material ◽  
Fine Grained ◽  
Near Shore ◽  
Turbid Zone

Use of coral skeletons to determine growth histories of reefs situated in warm, clear tropical waters is well established. Recently, however, there has been increasing awareness of the significance of reefs occurring in environments that are considered as marginal for coral growth, such as turbid inshore settings characterized by episodes of elevated turbidity, low light penetration, and periodic sediment burial. While these conditions are generally considered as limiting for coral growth, coral reefs in these settings can exhibit high live coral cover and species diversity, and thus can be both ecologically and geologically significant. Turbid-zone reefs are also commonly concentrated along eroding shorelines with many analogues to erosional shorelines developed during the Holocene transgression. A growing number of studies of these previously undocumented reefs reveal that the reef deposits are detrital in nature, comprising a framework dominated by reef rubble and coral clasts and set within a fine-grained terrigenous sediment matrix. In addition to the recognized effects of diagenesis or algal encrustations on the radiocarbon signature of coral samples, episodic high-energy events may rework sediments and can result in age reversals in the same stratigraphic unit. As in other reef settings, the possibility of such reworking can complicate the reconstruction of turbid-zone reef growth chronologies. In order to test the accuracy of dating coral clasts for developing growth histories of these reef deposits, 5 replicate samples from 5 separate coral clasts were taken from 2 sedimentary units in a core collected from Paluma Shoals, an inshore turbid-zone reef located in Halifax Bay, central Great Barrier Reef, Australia. Results show that where care is taken to screen the clasts for skeletal preservation, primary mineralogical structures, and δ13C values indicative of marine carbonate, then reliable 14C dates can be recovered from individual turbid reef coral samples. In addition, the results show that these individual clasts were deposited coevally.

scholarly journals Evaluating the Precision and Accuracy of Proximal Soil vis–NIR Sensors for Estimating Soil Organic Matter and Texture

Soil Systems ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (3) ◽  
pp. 48
Author(s):  
Nandkishor M. Dhawale ◽  
Viacheslav I. Adamchuk ◽  
Shiv O. Prasher ◽  
Raphael A. Viscarra Rossel
Keyword(s):  
Organic Matter ◽  
Soil Organic Matter ◽  
Near Infrared ◽  
Diffuse Reflectance Spectroscopy ◽  
Ex Situ ◽  
Soil Attributes ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Precision And Accuracy ◽  
Soil Reflectance

Measuring soil texture and soil organic matter (SOM) is essential given the way they affect the availability of crop nutrients and water during the growing season. Among the different proximal soil sensing (PSS) technologies, diffuse reflectance spectroscopy (DRS) has been deployed to conduct rapid soil measurements in situ. This technique is indirect and, therefore, requires site- and data-specific calibration. The quality of soil spectra is affected by the level of soil preparation and can be accessed through the repeatability (precision) and predictability (accuracy) of unbiased measurements and their combinations. The aim of this research was twofold: First, to develop a novel method to improve data processing, focusing on the reproducibility of individual soil reflectance spectral elements of the visible and near-infrared (vis–NIR) kind, obtained using a commercial portable soil profiling tool, and their direct link with a selected set of soil attributes. Second, to assess both the precision and accuracy of the vis–NIR hyperspectral soil reflectance measurements and their derivatives, while predicting the percentages of sand, clay and SOM content, in situ as well as in laboratory conditions. Nineteen locations in three agricultural fields were identified to represent an extensive range of soils, varying from sand to clay loam. All measurements were repeated three times and a ratio spread over error (RSE) was used as the main indicator of the ability of each spectral parameter to distinguish among field locations with different soil attributes. Both simple linear regression (SLR) and partial least squares regression (PLSR) models were used to define the predictability of % SOM, % sand, and % clay. The results indicated that when using a SLR, the standard error of prediction (SEP) for sand was about 10–12%, with no significant difference between in situ and ex situ measurements. The percentage of clay, on the other hand, had 3–4% SEP and 1–2% measurement precision (MP), indicating both the reproducibility of the spectra and the ability of a SLR to accurately predict clay. The SEP for SOM was only a quarter lower than the standard deviation of laboratory measurements, indicating that SLR is not an appropriate model for this soil property for the given set of soils. In addition, the MPs of around 2–4% indicated relatively strong spectra reproducibility, which indicated the need for more expanded models. This was apparent since the SEP of PLSR was always 2–3 times smaller than that of SLR. However, the relatively small number of test locations limited the ability to develop widely applicable calibration models. The most important finding in this study is that the majority of vis–NIR spectral measurements were sufficiently reproducible to be considered for distinguishing among diverse soil samples, while certain parts of the spectra indicate the capability to achieve this at α = 0.05. Therefore, the innovative methodology of evaluating both the precision and accuracy of DRS measurements will help future developers evaluate the robustness and applicability of any PSS instrument.

scholarly journals In Situ Acoustic Analysis of Two 20th-Century Heritage Carillons

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Scott Allan Orr
Keyword(s):  
20Th Century ◽  
Acoustic Analysis ◽  
Mechanical Action ◽  
Ex Situ ◽  
Physical Acoustics ◽  
Acoustic Characteristics ◽  
Dynamic Level ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
And Function

Abstract Carillons are a diverse and global form of musical and civic heritage: musical instruments comprised of a series of 23 or more bells, typically hung in a tower-like structure, tuned chromatically and played from a touch-sensitive manual and pedal console using an elaborate mechanical action. Carillon bells have a distinct series of musical overtones which need to be accurately tuned to one another and with other bells they sound alongside. Although these overtones have been previously studied ex situ, this study assesses the acoustic characteristics of two early-20th century carillons in Toronto, Canada as a combination of structure, bells, and mechanical action. Thus, the instrument and its context are considered holistically, more accurately reflecting the musical sensitivity of a carillonist. Spectral and Fourier analysis of audio samples of each bell at different musical dynamic levels enabled the analysis of the acoustic qualities of the bells and the mechanical action of the instruments. The tuning of bells in the instruments varied; most importantly, there was a significant difference between the audial intensity of the bell tones produced by the instruments, demonstrating the importance of the mechanical action as part of the ‘carillon system’. This was represented with a resistive power-law model, that represents the sensitivity of intensity to carillonist musical dynamic level. A discussion of the implications for artistic and heritage practice follows. Understanding the in situ physical acoustics of the carillon as a holistic instrument in its context informs performers, arrangers, and composers of how they can best embrace the instrument’s unique qualities to improve artistic pursuits and support the appreciation of carillons as heritage instruments and function as civic voices.

scholarly journals Distribution of Blacktip Reef Sharks (Carcharinus melanopterus) Based on Habitat Characteristics by the Baited Remote Underwater Video (BRUV) Method in Morotai Waters of North Maluku

2020 ◽  
pp. 34-50
Author(s):  
Wahyu Budi Sentosa ◽  
Isni Nurruhwati ◽  
Izza M. Apriliani ◽  
Alexander M. A. Khan
Keyword(s):  
Water Quality ◽  
Coral Reef ◽  
Coral Cover ◽  
Quality Parameters ◽  
Water Quality Parameters ◽  
Habitat Characteristics ◽  
Live Coral ◽  
Underwater Video ◽  
Reef Shark ◽  
Reef Sharks

Morotai has abundant marine biological resources, sharks being one of them. The blacktip reef shark is one of the dominant types of coral reef sharks in Morotai waters. Worldwide shark are threatened due to the demand for shark fins and over fishing, to protect sharks is important to know their distribution so protected areas can be established. This research aims to examine the distribution of blacktip reef sharks (Carcharhinus melanopterus) based on habitat characteristics in the Morotai Waters. Through surveys and observation of coral cover, using the Line Intercept Transect (PIT) method and the Baited Remote Underwater Video (BRUV) to record the blacktip reef sharks who passed by the coral reef. Water quality parameters measured include temperature, salinity, visibility, acidity, current type, tides, and moon phases. Blacktip reef sharks were found in three of the four research stations. Station 4 was the one with the most blacktip reef shark appearances, amounting to 91 individuals. This station has the lowest sloping contour and has the smallest live coral cover of only 1%. Station 4 is dominated by sand covering 40%. All water quality parameters influence blacktip reef shark occurrence. The highest appearance of the blacktip reef shark happens during the new moon phase, when the tides are loose and the currents are quite strong.

scholarly journals A framework for selectively breeding corals for assisted evolution

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adriana Humanes ◽  
John Bythell ◽  
Elizabeth Beauchamp ◽  
Mitch Carl ◽  
Jamie Craggs ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Selective Breeding ◽  
Coral Cover ◽  
Ex Situ ◽  
Conservation Strategies ◽  
Acropora Digitifera ◽  
Interdisciplinary Approaches ◽  
The Face

AbstractCoral cover on tropical reefs has declined during the last three decades due to the combined effects of climate change, destructive fishing, pollution, and land use change. Drastic reductions in greenhouse gas emissions combined with effective coastal management and conservation strategies are essential to slow this decline. Innovative approaches, such as selective breeding for adaptive traits combined with large-scale sexual propagation, are being developed with the aim of pre-adapting reefs to increased ocean warming. However, there are still major gaps in our understanding of the technical and methodological constraints to producing corals for such restoration interventions. Here we propose a framework for selectively breeding corals and rearing them from eggs to 2.5-year old colonies using the coral Acropora digitifera as a model species. We present methods for choosing colonies for selective crossing, enhancing early survivorship in ex situ and in situ nurseries, and outplanting and monitoring colonies on natal reefs. We used a short-term (7-day) temperature stress assay to select parental colonies based on heat tolerance of excised branches. From six parental colonies, we produced 12 distinct crosses, and compared survivorship and growth of colonies transferred to in situ nurseries or outplanted to the reef at different ages. We demonstrate that selectively breeding and rearing coral colonies is technically feasible at small scales and could be upscaled as part of restorative assisted evolution initiatives. Nonetheless, there are still challenges to overcome before selective breeding can be implemented as a viable conservation tool, especially at the post-settlement and outplanting phases. Although interdisciplinary approaches will be needed to overcome many of the challenges identified in this study, selective breeding has the potential to be a viable tool within reef managers’ toolbox to support the persistence of selected reefs in the face of climate change.

scholarly journals Status mutu air dan kandungan logam berat pada air dan sedimen di muara Krueng Aceh, Kota Banda Aceh

DEPIK ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 91-99
Author(s):  
Iqbalul Hadi ◽  
Suhendrayatna Suhendrayatna ◽  
Zainal Abidin Muchlisin
Keyword(s):  
Water Quality ◽  
Heavy Metal ◽  
Metal Content ◽  
Research Result ◽  
Heavy Metal Content ◽  
Ex Situ ◽  
Left Bank ◽  
Average Value ◽  
Quality Status

The aim of this research was to examine the status of water qaility of the Krueng Aceh estuary and heavy metal content in water and sediment. Data were taken by direct measurement in the field (in situ) and in the laboratory (ex situ). Three sampling stations were determined by purposive sampling, namely; in the left bank (nearest location with TPA), right bank (nearest location to market) and middle river (middle river area often passed by fisherman boat). Heavy metal analysis was conducted using AAS (Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer) method and water quality status determined by STORET method. Based on the research result showed that that water quality parameters that have passed the standard of PP RI No. 82 Year 2001 Group III is TDS with an average value of 3332.78 mg / L, Pb with an average value of 0.052 mg / L, and Cd with an average value of 0.015 mg / L. The quality status of Krueng Aceh estuary water is classified into a moderate polluted or class C with a score of -23. The highest heavy metal content found in water sample is Pb with concentration of 0.106 mg / L. While, the average value of Pb was 0.052 mg / L and Cd was 0.015 mg /L, its have passed the quality standard specified in PP RI no. No. 82 of 2001. In addition, the highest heavy metal content found in sediment was Zn with the concentration of 29.633 mg /kg and its average value was still below the standard set by ANZECC ISQG-Low.Penelitian ini dilakukan untuk mengetahui status mutu kualitas air muara Krueng Aceh dan kandungan logam berat yang terdapat pada air dan sedimen. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode survey. Data parameter yang diambil melalui pengukuran langsung di lapangan (in situ) dan di laboratorium (ex situ). Penentuan stasiun sampling secara purposive, yaitu pada muara Krueng Aceh dengan menetapkan tiga titik sampling yaitu pada tepi kiri (lokasi terdekat dengan TPA), tepi kanan (lokasi terdekat dengan pasar) dan tengah sungai (daerah tengah aliran sungai yang sering dilalui boat nelayan). Analisis logam berat dilakukan dengan metode SSA (Spektrofometri Serapan Atom) dan status mutu air ditentukan dengan metode STORET. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian dapat diketahui parameter kualitas air yang telah melewati baku mutu PP RI No 82 Tahun 2001 Golongan III adalah TDS dengan dengan nilai rata-rata 3332,78 mg/L, Pb dengan nilai rata-rata 0,052 mg/L, dan Cd dengan nilai rata-rata 0,015 mg/L. Status mutu air muara Krueng Aceh diklasifikasikan ke dalam tercemar sedang atau kelas C dengan skor -23. Kandungan logam berat tertinggi yang ditemukan pada sampel air di muara Krueng Aceh adalah Pb dengan konsentrasi 0,106 mg/L. Nilai rata-rata Pb 0,052 mg/L dan Cd 0,015 mg/L telah melewati baku mutu yang ditetapkan dalam PP RI No. 82 Tahun 2001. Kandungan logam berat tertinggi yang ditemukan pada sampel sedimen di muara Krueng Aceh adalah Zn dengan konsentrasi 29,633 mg/Kg dan nilai rata-ratanya masih berada di bawah baku mutu yang ditetapkan oleh ANZECC ISQG-Low. 

scholarly journals STATUS OF CORAL REEFS IN THE LEMBEH STRAITS AND ADJACENT WATER, NORTH SULAWESI

2015 ◽  
Vol 37 (2) ◽  
pp. 57-61
Author(s):  
Suharsono
Keyword(s):  
Water Quality ◽  
Coral Reefs ◽  
Coral Cover ◽  
Water Discharge ◽  
River Mouth ◽  
Marine Biota ◽  
Live Coral ◽  
Reef Management ◽  
Habitat Variability ◽  
North Sulawesi

Lembeh reefs and its water surrounding are among the richest and most diverse in marine biota in Indonesia. The biota and reefs in this area have an important contribution to the province’s economy in the form of tourisms and fishery activities. An inventory using line intercept transect and free collection on the coral diversity has been conducted in four different locations showed that live coral cover ranging from 12.2–60.7% while sand rubble ranged from 4.67 to 78.67%. Among the life form categories, sponge dominated other biota with 0.47–21.97% coverage. Macro algae and turf algae cover were low at all sites, with average less than 2.07%. A total of 193 corals species belonging to 68 genera were recognized from this area. The differences among sites may be consequences of water quality, habitat variability and condition of the land base activities. Water turbidity in the coastal area of Kema was high due to the effects of water discharge from river mouth. Further, poor land management, development of port and human settlement leading to sedimentation, water pollution and poor water quality, remain the primary causes of reefs declines. Busy harbor and local sea transportation will be the major cause of coral reef degradation in the near future. There is a need to increase awareness of local people about the important of coral reefs and to develop management and conservation efforts involving scientists, academe and tourist operators. In addition, it is a need to strengthen the capabilities and capacities of institutions that concern reef management and enforce legislation. 

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