The coral in the waters of Kenting synchronously releases their eggs, creating a vibrant spectacle of life in the ocean, resembling a festive summer night.
During the coral spawning season, the Kenting National Park conducts underwater monitoring at the scenic spots and water outlets. The sight of various corals releasing their reproductive cells creates a mesmerizing underwater scene akin to a starry sky.
The collective spawning of various corals at night resembles an underwater starry sky.
This natural wonder of Kenting’s coral spawning occurs around the 23rd day of the third lunar month, coinciding with the birthday of the sea goddess Mazu.
The collective spawning of various corals at night resembles an underwater starry sky.
The Kenting National Park conducts underwater monitoring at the scenic spots and water outlets, observing coral species such as pillar coral, branching cup coral, mushroom coral, and pore coral.
Corals releasing their eggs in Kenting
The captivating display of corals releasing their eggs and creates a dreamlike and enchanting scene. Mr. Hsu Shu-guo, the Deputy Director of the Kenting National Park, stated, “It is estimated that there will be an opportunity to witness the large-scale synchronized spawning of corals in May.”
Hsu Shu-guo 許書國, Deputy Director of the Kenting National Park Administration
The captivating display of corals releasing their eggs and creates a dreamlike and enchanting scene.
It is estimated that there will be an opportunity to witness the large-scale synchronized spawning of corals in May.
In another development, discarded oil drums have drifted to the hidden gem of a scenic spot, Turtle Rock, in Xiao Liuqiu, Pingtung.
Discarded oil drums in Xiaoliqiu
This has raised concerns among ecological guides. Huang Cheng-cheng 黃誠誠, an ecological guide, expressed worry, saying, “They are filled with waste oil. We need to remove these barrels.”
If the waste oil leaks, it could seriously harm the marine ecosystem. The incident has been reported to the Coast Guard, who will investigate the source of the oil drums, and violators will be fined accordingly.
Discarded oil drums have drifted to the hidden gem of a scenic spot, Turtle Rock, in Xiao Liuqiu, Pingtung