Volunteers collaborate with various oceanographic organizations to collect invaluable raw data through a range of initiatives, which include:

Nudibranch Research

By conducting underwater surveys using scuba diving equipment, we contribute data to assess the species density and biodiversity of nudibranchs in the area, along with their associated substrates.

Turtle Monitoring

Identification: Our Turtle Identification & Monitoring Project aims to create an estimated inventory of turtles inhabiting the reef around Nosy Komba. Identifying individuals within a population is the initial step in studying a species ecologically.

Census: Through snorkel surveys and visual monitoring, we conduct an annual population census to determine the frequency and population strength of various turtle species that visit the area.

Nesting: During the nesting season, we monitor females laying eggs and hatchlings heading for the sea, with the goal of tracking breeding and safeguarding nests from disturbances.

Reef Surveying

We monitor the biodiversity, health, and growth of the reef system surrounding Nosy Komba by conducting fish, invertebrate, and coral surveys using scuba diving equipment.

Beach Clean Ups

Regular beach cleanups play a crucial role in saving marine animals from being entangled in or consuming marine litter. These cleanups also remove synthetic and harmful materials from the ecosystem. The collected data contributes to an international research project conducted by the University of Cape Town, which monitors ocean waste across the Indian Ocean.

Community Engagement

We actively engage with the local community to provide education on environmental issues, conservation, and the protection of biodiversity and marine resources, such as food sources.

Artificial Reef

We work on reef regeneration by propagating corals and removing litter from our artificial reef structures. This effort aims to enhance the size and health of the coral reef in the area, creating more habitat space for reef fish.

Marine Protected Area

Turtle Towers, the house reef at Turtle Cove, was declared a marine protected area in November 2016. Volunteers are dedicated to monitoring the impact of this protection on marine life and educating local fishermen about the importance of preserving this area.