Coral Diaries
Why Coral Reefs Matter More Than Most People Realise
Coral reefs support nearly a quarter of all marine life, protect coastlines and sustain communities around the world. Learn why these remarkable ecosystems matter and how marine conservation and coral restoration projects in Costa Rica are helping secure their future.
Shell Shocking Secrets: 10 Turtle Facts You’ve (Probably) Never Heard Before!
Discover the hidden wonders of turtles, nature's ancient mariners, and their incredible survival stories that span over 200 million years.Guest Post by Intern Amy LakeTurtles are more than just slow-moving reptiles; they are vital to our ecosystems and have been...
Celebrating 1,000 Coral Colonies Planted in 2025
At Marine Conservation Costa Rica, we are thrilled to share an incredible milestone—since January 2025, our team of dedicated staff, interns, and volunteers has successfully planted 1,000 coral colonies on local reefs. What makes this achievement even more special is...
10 Fascinating Marine Species You Might Encounter in Costa Rica
Costa Rica is a dream destination for ocean lovers, scuba divers, and marine biologists alike. With its stunning Pacific coastline and thriving coral ecosystems, it offers an unparalleled opportunity to witness marine biodiversity at its best. From tiny nudibranchs to...
5 Reasons Aspiring Marine Biologists Should Pursue Professional Dive Training
For students passionate about marine biology and conservation, becoming a certified dive professional is more than an adventure—it's a strategic career move. The PADI ECO Divemaster program offered by Oceans Unlimited in Quepos, Costa Rica, integrates professional...
Melissa’s Eco-DM Internship
One of our current interns, Melissa, has joined us for 10 weeks, assisting with our Coral Restoration Diving program. Hear from her about her experience. Melissa Richardson has completed week 4 of her 10 week internship as a diver with MCCR. Coming from Austin, Tx...
A Look Into Our Coral Reef Restoration Process
Coral Reefs face many dangers stemming from human activities. From unsustainable tourism, damaging fishing practices, pollution from human industries, and more, it is imperative that these wonderful epicenters of biodiversity are protected. Without them, 25% of all...
Biodiversity, Its Importance and Life in Manuel Antonio
Biodiversity is a necessary aspect of our natural world, keeping our ecosystems up and running properly. Without it, key ecosystems would collapse, with the losses being great. Manuel Antonio is no different. It is home to an amazing example of biodiversity, teeming...
Coral Reefs: Their Importance and Their State in 2024
The health and restoration of coral reefs has been a large topic in the field of marine conservation. Through human activity and climate change, coral reefs have taken detrimental damage, posing a massive risk to the health of our oceans and the living beings that...
With YOUR help, we can make a Difference!
Contact us here if you want to help save our Oceans. You’ll have the experience of a lifetime and can be part of our growing story in our mission to protect our Coral Reefs.