Hello everyone! I’m Aditya, and this is my very first blog — so I’m both thrilled and a little nervous to share my journey so far.
It’s been just one month since I joined ReefScapers as an Assistant Coral Biologist, and honestly, it’s been nothing short of incredible.
I have been working for Reefscapers for 3 months now, and so far it has been a fun experience! I have been transplanting coral frames with guests, teaching excursion-goers about dolphins and marine life, and working with such a wonderful team.
I have also been able to explore other islands for both work and leisure, so it’s been really cool seeing what the Maldives has to offer.
Seeking to expand my knowledge in coral restoration, I joined the Reefscapers team as an intern. From day one, it has been an incredible journey of learning, diving, and connecting with the reefs I’ve always loved.
But it’s more than a learning experience; it’s a chance to live and breathe marine conservation. Every day reinforces why I chose this path, and I can’t wait to see what the rest of my time here will bring.
My name is Rylee, and I am the new Marine Biologist at Kuda Huraa. I graduated with my degree in Wildlife Conservation from Washington State University and wanted to dive deeper into the world of marine ecology.
The tropical clear blue waters of the Maldives are the complete opposite of what I’m used to back home. I’ve always loved the water, working with wildlife, and I’m passionate about conservation – so this is a perfect opportunity to put all of them together.
I feel incredibly grateful to be here in the Maldives, contributing to Reefscapers’ coral restoration efforts. From fragment collection and frame transplantation to monitoring and maintenance, it’s been inspiring to see how hands-on conservation can create visible change.
Working alongside such a dedicated and supportive team has made the experience all the more rewarding.
Hello everybody, nice to meet you, my name is Perry! I grew up in Florida, where I enjoyed freediving for lobsters and fishing with my dad. I always had a passion for marine biology, and my interest in coral restoration truly took shape while earning my open-water scuba certification. Seeing the vibrant underwater world firsthand, especially the corals, solidified my desire to work in this field—I couldn’t imagine doing anything else.
From studying elasmobranchs with the Manta Trust, to a Reefscapers coral biology internship, my interest switched to coral reproduction and researching corallivores.
Following my expert training alongside Meli and Kate, my main priorities are to restore our coral frames to their former glory after the coral bleaching event, and to continue researching the spawning behaviours in adult coral colonies.
Hello everyone! I’m Clarisse, born and raised in Paris, and now interning for Reefscapers at Kuda Huraa, where I basically live each day soaking wet, like a true Aquawoman … and I love it!
I am a marine ecology graduate, now spending more time in the water than on land — what more could a sea lover ask for? Every working day is unique, full of new experiences and suprises, and I have never seen so many colourful fish in a single day!
Our marine programme for students from around Baa Atoll was a huge success in 2023, so we repeated the popular event this year.
We aim to inspire the next generation of marine biologists, teaching marine conservation and sustainability in a fun & engaging way, to emphasise the importance of coral reefs and biodiversity.
Hi everyone, my name is Kathryn! Born and raised in Texas, nowhere near the coast, I got my scuba certification in a murky lake! During my first open ocean dive, surrounded by bull sharks, I was in complete awe of the beauty encompassing the underwater world, and I was already hooked!
I went on to study Environmental Science, and spent 8 months working with coral restoration in Florida.
Join Sofia, coral expert at Kuda Huraa, to learn all about symbiosis, and why it is vitally important for corals.
Discover why increasingly warm oceans will be so devastating to the world’s corals.
From clownfish and anemones, to corals and zooxanthellae, our comprehensive photo guide to symbionts will answer all your questions.
After assisting at our Turtle Rescue Centre, it was time to focus on the corals, to prepare for the bleaching event that was about to hit the Maldives and the whole Indian Ocean region.
We started regular monitoring, looking for signs of bleaching on colonies of different Acropora species. I was allocated the reef crest – my favourite location because the reef slope allows you to see different species of sharks, our resident hawksbill turtles, and even some curious eagle rays.
Hi there! My name is Aurélien from France, and I’m the marine biology intern for Reefscapers at Kuda Huraa.
I was really excited about this new opportunity, having lived on tropical islands for more than two years, and only recently graduated in marine biology in June.
My first two months were intense, and we have been super busy with our turtle rehabilitation patients.
Catch up with Thaís, our resident turtle veterinarian here at Four Seasons Kuda Huraa.
We rescue a stranded turtle from our reef, and we explore new treatments for buoyancy syndrome. Noonu, our satellite-tagged turtle, has an incredible journey spanning thousands of kilometers. Finally, learn about the perils turtles can face: accidental boat-strikes and ingesting plastic debris.
It’s my final week, and almost time to wave au revoir to all my new friends 👋
During my 3 month internship, I acquired a solid grounding in marine biology, worked on my own coral project, and experienced interesting guest-facing roles.
I will sincerely miss the whole Reefscapers and Resort teams… thank you for this extraordinary experience! 💙
Hi, my name is Stephanie, I’m from France and I am the new intern for Reefscapers at Kuda Huraa. 👋
I’ve just finished my first eventful month with the team. At the Marine Discovery Centre, we offer guests the chance to make their own coral frame, to help restore the island’s corals, and to raise awareness of the effects of climate change and the El Nino phenomenon. 🪸
Hi, my name is Shyler, the new marine biologist intern at Kuda Huraa. I have been helping to restore damaged corals, and educating our Resort guests about the marine wildlife they may encounter while visiting the Maldives. 🌴
I am also taking our turtle patient ‘Maw’ for ocean swims to build strength – she was found entangled in a ghost fishing net, missing two flippers and suffering from buoyancy syndrome.
Catch up with Hailey’s adventures as a marine biology intern at Four Seasons Resort Kuda Huraa, before she waves a fond farewell to her new found friends.
She’s been busy helping with our Reefscapers coral propagation pyramids project, and there was also time for serene encounters with pilot whales and a very special young dolphin 🐬
Hi there! 👋 I’m Laura, the new Assistant Coral Biologist at Landaa Giraavaru. I was warmly welcomed by everyone in the Reefscapers team, and soon started harvesting fragments from colourful reefs 🪸 and photographing our mature coral frames.
I’m thoroughly enjoying all my first-time work experiences… night-snorkelling, coral spawning, caring for turtles, boat driving, teaching students… 💙
Hi there! 👋 I’m Carlo, the new Assistant Coral Biologist at Kuda Huraa. Having just graduated in Marine Sciences, this is the perfect opportunity to work in the field of marine conservation.
The crystal-clear Maldivian waters already feel like home, and my arrival coincided with a mesmerising coral spawning event. I am excited to be collecting data to better understand coral health and reef resilience to warming oceans.
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