Our Gulf of Mannar, Rameswaram, Ramnad Dt. Tamilnadu. Early Morning 5.45 A.M. (Samples Collected Areas) (Dec.1999).

Early Morning at Tiruppulani, Rameshewaram, TN

Gulf of Mannar, is one of the beautiful paradise for marine organism. Govt. of Tamilnadu gave more fund for recovery of Gulf of Mannar, islands from pollution. In the present context, few of islands, completely sank in the water. For example Puvarasanpatti , Velangu and Vann islands are submerged in the water. Erosion is major threat to biodiversity loss. Gulf of Mannar is first marine biosphere reserve in the South Asia. It is rich diversity about 4200 flora and fauna recorded. This ecosystem comprises mangroves, wet land, Sea grass, Estuary and Coral reefs. Govt. officials encouraged the sea weed culture and eco-tourism for conservation process.

Key issues in Gulf of Mannar

• Unsustainable fishing practices
• Submergence of islands
• Excess collection of sea weed and shell
• Pollution from factories, power plants and harbours
• Climate change and temperature rise