past projects

Dr Jack Johnson, CCMI Post-doctoral Researcher

Off-shore seamounts are comparable to an oasis in the desert, providing habitat and refuge for creatures in an otherwise barren seascape. However, these underwater mountains exist at depths below recreational diving limits, meaning many seamounts are completely unexplored – such as our seamounts throughout the Cayman Islands. In 2023 and 2024 we sent our specialist rebreather dive team to survey these unique habitats, providing crucial information for future management. This project is funded by a grant from the UK Government’s Darwin+ Programme and matched by a private donor, managed by the Alexandria Bank Corporation (Cayman Islands).

Thank you to this year’s Healthy Reefs Sponsors: Wheaton Precious Metals, Fosters Supermarket, and Knighthead Annuity, and to SilverSide Restaurant and Rum Bar for hosting this event.

Presented at SilverSide Restaurant and Rum Bar, 10 February 2025