This giant Porites sp. has been measured and reported by @cococaresmv Marine Biologists Lauren Kennedy.
The colony is a 𝘗𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘴 sp., measuring ~5.2m in length and 2m in width and sitting at a depth of 6m. Although it presents a few dead portions, the colony is overall in good shape with over 75% alive tissue.
Many corals have been located in the past weeks, stay tuned for more!
Published on: 19 July 2024