It was the worst environmental disaster in Mauritius’ history.
A cargo vessel ran aground, tearing a catastrophic gash through the reef and spilling oil.
On #WorldOceanDay, take a look at @undp.org Mauritius
@thegef.bsky.social efforts to restore critical coral reefs: go.undp.org/qVm
A coral reef is like a bustling city in an alien world—built not of concrete and steel, but of tiny, living creatures. As corals grow into large colonies, their hard skeletons create an intricate maze of shelters, feeding grounds, and breeding spaces for countless organisms.
