UNDERWATER REEF GARDENS IN THE BAHAMAS (2): CORALS
This is part 2 of a series that started out HERE with a selection of anemones, basket stars and Christmas tree worms. The images below show a wide variety of corals. In among them are also sponges and anemones. These photos are evidence of a healthy reef environment in the waters of the northern Bahamas. Abaco’s coral reef is the third largest barrier reef in the world (yes, I hear you – the Great Barrier… And the second is???), providing wonderful and accessible diving / snorkelling opportunities. However, monitoring shows that the incidence of coral bleaching and disease is increasing in the Bahamas, as elsewhere in the world. It’s a sobering thought that your grandchildren may never swim in an environment with any of the living corals shown below…
Image Credits: ©Melinda Riger @ Grand Bahama Scuba
ROLLING HARBOUR ABACO 
I’m always amazed by the vibrant colors underwater. So few people actually get to experience the otherworldly beauty of reef environments. It’s a bucket list item for me!
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I’d never seen a coral reef until 4 years ago. On with the snorkel and flippers – and there was a whole new world, with wonderfully coloured fish swimming all round me. One of the most memorable days of my life! RH
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This pictures are AWESOME.Keep it up with the good work.
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Hi Corina, thanks for dropping by at Rolling Harbour. Glad to see you had a good time in London and in Palma this summer! RH
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Amazing captures, it looks really wonderful. A clear winner to me! 🙂
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Wish they were my own photos! But Melinda (a) is a highly experienced diver and (b) has a cool camera. It’s her win, really… RH
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