DONATE $100 for Nylon ($160 for YULEX note colors intensity may vary) TO SUPPORT BCI REEF RECLAMATION EFFORTS FOR A FREE BLACK CORAL INC. DIVE SHIRT CONTACT US AT: ADMIN@BLACKCORALINC.ORG
Navy and Black or Neon Blue and Red Orange (Note Add $12 per shirt Flat Fee For shipping outside USA)
While the range of colors visible on land and in the air is quite limited, the underwater world offers a much wider spectrum. Deep within the ocean, colors can be observed at depths of up to 10,000 feet, beyond the reach of human eyes. Colors with shorter and longer wavelengths, invisible to humans, are quickly absorbed and scattered. The colors that disappear at the ocean's deepest point include orange, yellow, green, and blue, which are the most visible to humans. Red and orange, the most easily perceived colors by humans, vanish first in the shallower regions of the ocean. The bright yellow color of the water floatation devices and rafts used by human rescue teams for searching for missing persons is widely available. This color, also known as ‘yum yum yellow,’ is commonly used to avoid on dive gear because it attracts predators.
To minimize the risk of attracting predators, it is advisable to refrain from wearing yellow diving gear due to its color appeal. In addition, individuals with reflective equipment or accessories should be cautious around sharks, as they might mistake them for prey. Divers should ensure they choose dive locations where shark sightings are common and be prepared with a plan in case they encounter a shark during a dive. It is recommended for divers to maintain regular checks on their dive equipment and maintain a steady breathing pattern rather than excessive finning, especially in shark-populated areas like Guadalupe and the Bahamas. Swimmers should avoid wearing yellow, white, or even black and white bathing suits.
The Roatan Institute for Marine Sciences, in partnership with Anthony's Key Resort, is committed to conserving the valuable genetic diversity of staghorn and elkhorn corals on Roatan Island. Their coral nursery and reef restoration program are integral in revitalizing the island's shallow reef ecosystems. BCI is focused on the Black Coral Restoration in areas like Flowers Bay.
By cultivating corals in offshore nurseries, the organizations we can clip and transplant new colonies onto deteriorating reefs. Over 2000 coral fragments currently thrive in the institutes nursery, and multiple transplantations are already underway.
To increase awareness of reef significance and engage guests in conservation, Black Coral Inc is offering commemorative diving T-shirts to volunteer divers who have not yet visited the coral nursery. Funds raised will support educational tours, assist with maintenance, and help restore these crucial ecosystems.
Join our committed team and represent the diverse and climate-conscious eco-educators of Roatan and Black Coral Inc. Seize the chance to become a coral restoration diver. If you're interested in a maintenance dive, please ask your college or institution to request a brochure by emailing admin@blackcoralinc.org. Currently, few academic qualifications are needed beyond being an accredited higher learning institution, but a demonstrated interest in specific fields is necessary. Knowledge in cultural anthropology, sustainability, or other environmental studies will be advantageous for educational pricing.
Our reefs need your help – dive for a worthy cause today!
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