Mar 24, 20 this has got to be the 50th time ive pinched myself since speaking to stella and jurgen about a month ago. The center of biodiversity in the triangle is the verde island passage in the philippines, 8 while the only coral reef site declared as a unesco world heritage site. Coral triangle book displayed number of likes as of 9 june. The book the results of the freunds grueling but memorable trip, the first of its kind, are being published by the world wide fund for nature wwf and the asian development bank adb in the book the coral triangle. This has got to be the 50th time ive pinched myself since speaking to stella and jurgen about a month ago. The book includes over 400 stunning photographs that highlight the regions extraordinary abundance of life. Updates from wwfs coral triangle programme may 2010 the coral triangle newsletter wwfs vision for the coral triangle is to protect its unique wildlife, conserve its natural resources, and create sustainable economic opportunities for the people and. Regional and international action is urgently needed to avoid an ecological and human catastrophe.
Indonesia, malaysia, philippines, papua new guinea, solomon islands. The coral triangle is a 272page book that showcases the people, places, and marine ecosystems that make this region truly remarkable. Oct 27, 2011 we wanted the world to sit up and take notice, so we commissioned one of the worlds best wildlife photographic teams to embark on this challenging journey, said dr. The coral triangle the coral triangle encompasses indonesia, malaysia, papua new guinea, philippines, solomon islands and timorleste. Ken kassem is a marine conservationist and student of fisheries management and policy. The coral triangle is a 272page book that showcases the people, places. Coral triangle initiative on coral reefs, fisheries, and food security cticff secretariat sewxep erh 1evmri 1erekiqirx 3j. Published in association with wwf malaysia, this important book describes the uniqueness of the coral triangle regions marine biodiversity, its conservation importance and the stories, successes and struggles of the drive to maintain its rich biodiversity.
He worked on tropical marine conservation projects around the world for wwf, wildlife conservation society, and world resources institute from 1997 to 2012 with extended stops in washington dc, fiji and malaysia. Unfortunately, the coastal ecosystems of the coral triangle are in deep trouble 40%. The book includes over 400 stunning photographs documenting life and death, from the color and abundance of fish life and magnificent animals amidst rich coral reefs, to the systematic. Lida petsoede, head of wwfs coral triangle program. They will need to provide their full mailing address. Within this nursery of the seas live 76% of the worlds coral species, 6 of the worlds 7 marine turtle species, and at least 2,228 reef fish species. The stories come from the work that wwfmalaysia and usaid coral triangle support partnership are carrying out in the region.
For more information on the coral triangle initiative, please contact. Wwf will retain full ownership of the pertaining to the winning instagram photos. The world resources institute produced the report in close collaboration with the usaidfunded coral triangle support partnership ctsp. In fact, the variety of life associated with coral reefs rivals that of the tropical forests of the amazon or new guinea. Jakarta, indonesia the stunning results of an unprecedented photojournalistic expedition have been released in the new book the coral triangle, a 272page masterwork of images and essays that showcase the incredible diversity of people, places and species living amidst the worlds richest marine environment.
A new underwater survey by wwf and other scientists recently found at least 25 different species of these beautifully colored and patterned snails in an area of the coral triangle. The coral triangle, the global centre of marine biodiversity, is a 6 million km 2 area spanning indonesia, malaysia, the philippines, papua new guinea, timor leste and the solomon islands. Hundreds of millions of people rely on coral reefs for essential nutrition, livelihoods, protection from life. The realization that the deities of photography are actually going to be here in fiji, capturing the essence of paradise and the hidden gem of the south pacific, hasnt yet set. Aug 21, 2015 climate change is being monitored and predicted, giving scientists a chance to prepare and adapt habitats. Implemented by wwf and the freund factory, the 18month journey took wildlife. The innovative online mycoraltriangle campaign will make ample use of social media, a series of print advertisements, and a 30second television commercial that will. Eric madeja is a multiaward winning environmental photographer based in malaysianborneo. Coral triangle the centre of marine biodiversity more. When you open this book you will immediately be taken by the incredible photography. In response to the alarming trends the coral triangle initiative on coral reefs, fisheries and food security cticff was founded in 2007. Published by adb and the world wide fund for nature wwf, the book documents an 18month expedition by awardwinning photographer jurgen freund and stellachiu freund. World wide fund for nature formerly world wildlife fund wwf is a wwf registered trademark creative commons license.
The realization that the deities of photography are actually going to be here in fiji, capturing the essence of paradise and. Climate change is being monitored and predicted, giving scientists a chance to prepare and adapt habitats. Gi protected areas and wildlife bureau department of environment and natural resources ninoy aquino parks and wildlife center, diliman, 1100 quezon. We specialize in designing and guiding highend, smallgroup snorkeling tours throughout the indopacific region. It is a vast ocean expanse that geographically spreads across 6 countries in asia and the pacific. There are many organizations committed to rebuilding the coral triangle and rebuilding the population of sea turtles to thriving numbers, such as the world wildlife fund wwf, the coral triangle initiative cticcf, and see turtles. All of them committed to protecting the coral triangle. It is home to 6 of the worlds 7 species of marine turtles, and a place where whales, dolphins, dugongs, and the worlds largest fish, the whaleshark, live. A book has been commissioned by the wwf to highlight the importance of the coral triangle.
The coral triangle get to know the richest marine habitats on this planet. In the coral triangle the underwater world is full of life. The wwf coral triangle programme recognizes leaders who are pioneering sustainability in their business practices. Within the coral triangle, highest richness resides in the birds head peninsula of indonesian papua, which hosts 574 species, with individual reefs supporting up to 280 species ha. These countries have launched a coral triangle initiative on coral reefs, fisheries and food security that aims to transform marine resource management within this region. The wwf considers the region a top priority for marine conservation, and the organization is addressing the threats it faces through its coral triangle program, launched in 2007. Lida petsoede, head of wwfs coral triangle programme. Chapters cover the rich habitats of the coral triangle and the. The twoandahalfweek survey was part of a scientific expedition to explore the underwater world of tun mustapha parka proposed marine protected area. So begins alfred russel wallaces seminal book the malay archipelago, first.
The text provides an interesting and informative view on the biodiversity of the coral triangle, but goes further to paint a picture of the people, priorities and policies of the region that is easily accessible to the reader. It includes several nations including indonesia, malaysia, and the philippines and provides sustenance for over 120 million people. The book the results of the freunds grueling but memorable trip, the first of its kind, are being published by the world wide fund for nature wwf and the asian development bank adb in the book the coral triangle the freunds recount their adventures in their own words, alongside essays by international conservation experts on the diversity and threats facing this special place. We decided to frame a sustainable approach to natural resource use, which emphasizes. In fact, writes the wwf, the criteria used to define the coral triangle relied on high species diversityhigher than that of nearby reefs in australia and fiji. Oct 27, 2011 a book has been commissioned by the wwf to highlight the importance of the coral triangle.
Jakarta, indonesia the world wide fund for nature wwf has launched a new regional campaign that encourages individuals to buy virtual property across the coral triangle, the worlds center of marine life. Images of the coral triangle captured in stunning new wwf book. The stunning results of an unprecedented photojournalistic expedition have been released in the new book the coral triangle, a 272page. Three things to know about the coral triangle, the oceans. Reefs at risk revisited in the coral triangle was adapted from wris 2011 global analysis of threats to coral reefs, reefs at risk revisited, and supplemented with more recent and detailed data for the coral triangle region. The book gives a bigpicture overview of threats and solutions and upclose and personal experiences from the ground and the people affected by conservation. May, 2009 the coral triangle occupies just one percent of the earths surface, but is home to fully 30 percent of the worlds coral reefs, 76 percent of reefbuilding coral species and more than 35 percent. It includes the waters of indonesia, malaysia, the philippines, papua new guinea, timor leste and solomon islands. It is a partnership between the six countries of the region, indonesia, the philippines, malaysia, timor leste, papua new guniea and the solomon islands, working together in order to protect the coral triangle. We wanted the world to sit up and take notice, so we commissioned one of the worlds best wildlife photographic teams to embark on this challenging journey, said dr. The coral triangle is a 272page book that showcases the faces, places and wildlife that make this region truly remarkable, as well as a fragile wonder that must. Partners in the coral triangle initiative for coral reefs, fisheries and food security cticff.
Explore the richest marine environment on earth with the best liveaboard cruises, dive resorts and luxury retreats in the region. Reefs at risk revisited in the coral triangle world. The coral triangle in print nature the earth times. The freunds recount their adventures in their own words, alongside essays by international conservation experts on the diversity. Apr 23, 2015 published in association with wwfmalaysia, this important book describes the uniqueness of the coral triangle regions marine biodiversity, its conservation importance and the stories, successes and struggles of the drive to maintain its rich marine life. Jun 08, 2017 in fact, writes the wwf, the criteria used to define the coral triangle relied on high species diversityhigher than that of nearby reefs in australia and fiji. Published in association with wwfmalaysia, this important book describes the uniqueness of the coral triangle regions marine biodiversity, its conservation importance and the stories, successes and struggles of the drive to maintain its rich marine life. Ngos like wwf and the nature conservancy have stepped in to undertake research and push lawmakers to pass laws to help the coral triangle. Oct 28, 2011 the coral triangle is a 272page book that showcases the people, places, and marine ecosystems that make this region truly remarkable. The coral triangle initiative is a partnership of 6 countries working together to sustain the worlds. Vibrancy of coral triangle captured in new wwf book wwf.
Oct 27, 2011 the goal of the coral triangle expedition was to demonstrate the connectivity between the wildlife and peoples of the region, the threats they face, and the partners working together to help protect this worlds centre of marine life said dr. Eric is the executive director of connectocean asia pacific, a multifaceted business founded on environmentally and socially responsible business practices. Jul 31, 2017 in fact, writes the wwf, the criteria used to define the coral triangle relied on high species diversityhigher than that of nearby reefs in australia and fiji. All the top three winners will also be receiving a coral triangle coffeetable book. The book includes over 400 stunning photographs that highlight the regions. Saving the coral triangle 14 may 2009 a new report, commissioned by wwf, shows that climate change will seriously threaten the delicate ecosystem of the coral triangle, affecting the coasts, reefs and seas of indonesia, the philippines, malaysia, papua new guinea, the solomon islands and timor leste. The coral triangle, the worlds epicentre of marine diversity, is one of the 3 mega ecological complexes on our planet, together with the congo basin and the amazon rainforest. His main expertise lies in documenting environmental and socioeconomic issues impacting on the marine ecosystem. The coral triangle and climate change unfortunately, the relationship between people and coastal ecosystems is now under extreme threat from climate change, as well as escalating local and regional environmental pressures.
For example, much of raja ampat is now a marine protected area where there are. Travel book your ecoadventure in the coral triangle with our select travel partners. The 10 winners of the coral triangle book will receive the book via post. The coral triangle encompasses indonesia, malaysia, papua new guinea, the philippines, solomon islands, and timor leste. Coral triangle initiative, a roadmap to a healthy coral triangle formalized in 2009 by all six heads of state of the coral triangle countries, the coral triangle initiative on coral reefs, fisheries, and food security. Named for its staggering number of corals nearly 600 different species of reefbuilding corals alone, the region nurtures six of the worlds seven marine. The results of this fantastic and unforgettable trip, the first of its kind for wwf, are compiled in the coral triangle, a 276page book that. Wwf is investing in the conservation of the coral triangle because of its outstanding biodiversity and because it is the source of food, livelihoods, and income for millions of coastal communities but also a provider of ecosystems goods and services to a global population. Unfortunately, climate change and human activities have taken a heavy toll on the countrys coral reefs, mangrove forests, and endangered species, threatening. Published in association with wwfmalaysia, this important book describes the uniqueness of the coral triangle regions marine biodiversity, its conservation importance and the stories, successes and struggles of the drive to maintain its rich biodiversity. Photo expedition in the coral triangle wwf coral triangle blog. The book gives a bigpicture overview of threats and solutions and upclose and personal experiences from the ground and the. Aug 18, 2008 wwf coral triangle movie justin woolford.
The coral triangle book detail midpoint book sales. Published by adb and the world wide fund for nature wwf, the. The coral triangle is a marine area located in the western pacific ocean. Its a stunning array of diversity that scientists from the smithsonian institution and elsewhere are working hard to understandeven as it might be fading away. Philippines located at the apex of the coral triangle, the philippines is an integral part of this global center of marine biodiversity. Breathtaking photography, fascinating features, beautiful ecodestinations and hard hitting stories from the coral triangle earths underwater amazon. Published in association with wwfmalaysia, this important book describes the uniqueness of the coral triangle regions marine biodiversity, its conservation. The coral triangle is a 276page book that showcases the faces, places and wildlife that make this region truly remarkable, as well as a fragile wonder that must be conserved. Wwf and the university of queensland would like to thank the following. The coral triangle occupies just one percent of the earths surface, but is home to fully 30 percent of the worlds coral reefs, 76 percent of reefbuilding coral species and more than 35. Coral triangle the centre of marine biodiversity more fun.
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