Reef Regeneration Project Begins at Coral Jungle Reef

PHU QUOC CORAL OBSERVATION, SAVE PHU QUOC
OnBird team to transplant coral fragments into Coral Jungle Reef
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On October 22, 2025, OnBird Phu Quoc officially began the Reef Regeneration Project at Coral Jungle Reef, marking an important step in the ongoing effort for coral reef restoration in Phu Quoc Island.

The initial restoration zone spans approximately 100 square meters, defined by red marker lines underwater. Within this area, our team and marine biologists have installed coral bases and begun transplanting fragments nurtured in both the Northern and Southern coral nurseries — colonies that have been grown and monitored for more than six months.

Phase 1: Transplanting Coral Fragments

The first phase includes multiple coral species carefully relocated to the site:

  • Acropora pulchra (Staghorn coral) – recognizable by its branching structure, capable of growing up to 30 cm per year.

  • Acropora roasaria (Cherry Blossom coral) – noted for its turquoise color and steady growth of around 20 cm per year.

  • Pocillopora damicornis (Cauliflower coral) and several additional species to increase reef diversity and resilience.

To date, eight coral species have been successfully prepared and transplanted — two more than initially planned — building a strong foundation for biodiversity recovery.

A Collaborative Effort Beneath the Surface

This project combines OnBird’s coral nursery experience with field data from local marine specialists, aiming to establish a replicable model for sustainable reef recovery. It emphasizes science-based action, careful observation, and collaboration rather than large-scale intervention.

Guests joining our snorkeling experiences at Coral Jungle Reef can witness the regeneration site firsthand — an open, transparent effort to understand how coral restoration contributes to the natural rhythm of Phu Quoc’s marine ecosystems.

[SMALL-GROUP] SOFT-ADVENTURE SNORKELING to explore CORAL JUNGLE REEF: the most primitive coral reef in Phu Quoc (Max 9-10 PAX)

The Reef Regeneration Project is not about claiming to save the ocean, but about taking responsible, evidence-based steps toward helping restore the balance of life beneath the waves.

Every tour booked directly with OnBird contributes to our coral restoration fund. 
Learn more at https://onbird.vn/regeneration