Bohol's Coral Reefs

IJsselstein, Tuesday, 16 April 2002 03:29:56

Bohol is surrounded by a large number of coral reefs, which are very rich in life, and a delight to observe, and a prime tourist attraction. Although for many of the reefs, you will need a boat to get there, and scuba equipment to see them, some of them are also easily accessible for snorkelers, and at swimming distance from the beach.

Further Reading

There are a number of very nice websites on coral reefs and their protection. The following websites give valuable background information.

• The Philippine site of One Ocean has a wealth of information on coastal resource managment, including a lot of practical information on sustainable management of coral reefs and mangroves.
• The U.S. based Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL) has a nice website, with numerous (royalty free) photo's and tips for responsible diving.
• The International Marinelife Alliance has a very nice and educative website on marine life (including coralreefs) with information from around the world.

Jeroen Hellingman