CNMI Marine Monitoring Team

CNMI Marine Monitoring Team 14 years and counting of coral reef monitoring in the CNMI The MMT is comprised of marine biologists and environmental technicians.

The CNMI's Marine Monitoring Team (MMT) conducts scientific surveys throughout the archipelago, gathering data & information on the status of the coral reefs and seagrass beds. Data is collected on coral species diversity/colony populations, benthic percent cover, fish/macroinvertebrate abundances.

Check out these underwater farmers working on coral restoration 🌊🤿🌊
09/11/2021

Check out these underwater farmers working on coral restoration
🌊🤿🌊

The team is taking fragments of healthy parent coral colonies and planting them onto manmade coral trees to support new growth.

Some shots from our office's PD day, last week. The MMT had the opportunity to have our DCRM colleagues in the field wit...
29/05/2019

Some shots from our office's PD day, last week. The MMT had the opportunity to have our DCRM colleagues in the field with us to learn about monitoring the CNMI's Coral Reefs'

Happy FriYAY Ocean Lovers!!!
05/04/2019

Happy FriYAY Ocean Lovers!!!

We take our hump day seriously! Great dive in Barcinas Bay, Tinian.
21/03/2019

We take our hump day seriously! Great dive in Barcinas Bay, Tinian.

14/03/2019

Ever wondered how coral reefs grow? Or what the purpose of seagrass is? Maybe you've noticed your favorite beach has gotten a lot smaller since you were a kid. If you've ever wondered about our island environment or are interested in learning more about natural resource management, then the 2019 DCRM Summer Internship is right for you!* Deadline to apply is TOMORROW March 15, 2019.

*To be eligible for the program applicant must be a U.S. citizen and a graduating high school senior or current college student. If applicant is younger than 18 years of age a police clearance is not required. Please contact DCRM at 664-8300 for more information.

We were back in Rota last week to survey our long-term monitoring sites. We also assessed reef sites where Crown Of Thor...
14/03/2019

We were back in Rota last week to survey our long-term monitoring sites. We also assessed reef sites where Crown Of Thorns Sea Stars (COTS) outbreaks have been reported. Keep your eyes on your reefs, Rota, and stay tuned for more updates and photos!

26/04/2018

Lead Biologist DB showing off Waldo the underwater rover at the . It was epic.

Waldo was assembled within a weekend and can swim to a depth of approximately 100m. **Stay tuned for Waldo's first time going underwater!!!

24/04/2018

It's the International Year of the Reef ! Help us celebrate on 4/28 with this CNMI Snorkels event!

10/04/2018

Marianas Resort Back Reef Survey 2018

10/04/2018

Photos taken by MMT Intern Katelynn Delos Reyes

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Gualo Rai Center
Saipan
96950

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