These fishers used to blow up coral to catch fish. Now they restore reefs

Marine scientist Syafyudin Yusuf is leading the efforts. Together, his team has restored 12 hectares of corals. Just 15 years ago, only 2% of the region’s original reefs remained undamaged. Local fishers used explosives and chemicals to stun or kill fish, making them easier to catch. Dynamiting coral is now banned in Indonesia and Yusuf works to empower the community with knowledge about reef conservation. #conservation #fish #indonesia #coralreef