Like many areas in the world,
however, our marine areas and coral reefs are not as healthy
as they once were. Domestic sewage, pollutants and sediments
from farming and construction, and contaminated run off
have seriously damaged our fringing reefs.
Humans have further damaged corals through trampling and
breakage. Intense fishing in near shore areas have diminished
our fish stocks.
Removal and in-filling of
mangroves stands, such as Holetown Hole or Graeme Hall,
has destroyed important nursery areas for fish. These
remnant mangroves no longer help trap silt and cycle nutrients,
as they are supposed to.
We all bear some responsibility for this situation, and
we all have the same interest at heart; a healthy and
productive marine environment. |
