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Our Vision - to provide a unique opportunity for any organization working in the Coral Triangle to share their data, and to create a growing, updated database for better management decisions and science
What's New
2013
20
May
Partners map out sustainability plan for Coral Triangle Atlas
2013
22
Feb
WorldFish provides overview of Marine Protected Area management in Malaysia
2012
23
Oct
Coral Triangle Atlas October 2012 Training Workshop
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Events
29 May 3rd CTI-CFF Regional Exchange on Climate Change Adaptation
08 Jun World Oceans Day
09 Jun Coral Triangle Day
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Maps of the Month
Showcases maps that highlight the diversity and uniqueness of the Coral Triangle region and the pressing issues that are threatening this very important resource. To get the next maps in the series join our mailing list.
Geographic Statistics
  • Total area of ocean within the CT is 549,223,129 ha of which 81,868,214 ha is coastal shelf (0-200m deep).
  • Total coastline of the CT is 132,636 km (82,416 miles).
  • Total area of coral reefs in the CT represents 30% of the World's coral reefs.
  • The CT comprises just over 1.5% of the world's total ocean area (Veron et al. 2009).