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THE Sculptural CORAL GENE BANK AT VOMO ISLAND
VOMO ISLAND, a jewel of Fiji situated in the Mamanuca Islands, now hosts a breathtaking Counting Coral Sculptural Coral Gene Bank. Submerged 18 FEET underwater, and spanning 60 FEET ACROSS, this stunning living art piece nurtures OVER 370 CORALS, safeguarding the future of the island and community's coral reefs.
The Counting Coral Gene Bank is a distinctive, meticulously crafted sculptural park, tailor-made for Vomo Island and its reefs. Designed and produced in Los Angeles, California, the creation of this park spanned over six months. This unique park features SEVEN, 15-FOOT MODULES and 6 FISH HOUSES, all constructed from MARINE-GRADE STAINLESS STEEL.
PURPOSE & BENEFITS
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Preserves the biodiversity and genetic diversity of Vomo’s coral reefs, safeguarding against a future dominated by mono-cultures or, worse yet, complete degradation.
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Operates as a continuous conveyor belt system for cultivating coral, enabling the replanting and regrowth of reefs using the gene bank, and secondary nurseries.
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Stands as a unique form of conservation— a breathtaking underwater living artwork that captivates tourists at Vomo, fosters their participation in coral restoration, and serves as an effective and meaningful marketing tool for the resort to promote.
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Transforms into an artificial reef, creating new habitats for marine life, easing pressure on natural reefs by redirecting tourists and divers, and serving as a foundation for further growth beyond the initially planted coral.
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Generates local employment opportunities to manage the gene bank, alongside educating the community and fostering local stakeholders.
