An island slowly disappearing beneath the sea! 🌊
Located in the Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park, Tamil Nadu, Kariyachalli Island is facing severe coastal erosion. Two of the original 21 islands in the region have already been lost to erosion.
To protect this fragile marine ecosystem, scientists are exploring restoration measures, including artificial reefs, coral rehabilitation and seagrass restoration.
But can engineering and ecological restoration save Kariyachalli Island?
Discover the story of a disappearing island and the science behind its conservation.
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