Marine Ecosystem Health Assessment
Comprehensive monitoring of Kenya's coastal and marine ecosystemsMarine Ecosystem Health Overview
6.8
Overall Health Score
Out of 10Protected Area (km²)
Coral Species
Fish Species
Marine Mammals
Seagrass Species
Marine Ecosystem Health Assessment
Coral Reef Ecosystems
6.2
Current Conditions
Water Temperature:26.8°C
pH Level:8.1
Coral Coverage:45%
Bleaching Events:3 (last 5 years)
Primary Threats: Ocean warming, acidification, pollution, overfishing
Key Sites:
- • Malindi-Watamu MNP
- • Kisite-Mpunguti MNP
- • Mombasa Marine NP
Species Count:
- • 78 Coral species
- • 180+ Fish species
- • 5 Sea turtle species
Seagrass Beds
7.1
Ecosystem Metrics
Coverage Area:89 km²
Species Diversity:12 species
Carbon Storage:183 tC/ha/yr
Turtle Feeding Sites:8 active sites
Primary Threats: Coastal development, sedimentation, boat damage
Key Locations:
- • Gazi Bay
- • Tudor Creek
- • Mida Creek
Ecosystem Services:
- • Nursery habitat
- • Carbon sequestration
- • Sediment stabilization
Mangrove Forests
7.4
Forest Metrics
Total Coverage:61,271 ha
Species Count:9 species
Carbon Storage:450 tCO₂/ha
Restoration Rate:+12% (5 years)
Primary Threats: Coastal development, aquaculture, fuelwood extraction
Major Sites:
- • Lamu Archipelago
- • Tana Delta
- • Mida Creek
Benefits:
- • Storm protection
- • Fish nurseries
- • Community livelihoods
Deep Sea Ecosystems
8.2
Deep Sea Conditions
Research Coverage:15% mapped
Depth Range:200-4000m
Species Discovered:45+ new species
Fishing Pressure:Low
Primary Threats: Deep sea fishing, potential mining, climate change
Research Areas:
- • Continental slope
- • Seamounts
- • Abyssal plains
Key Findings:
- • Endemic fish species
- • Cold water corals
- • Unique invertebrates
Real-time Oceanographic Data
Active Conservation Measures
Fishing Restrictions
No-take zones in 40% of marine protected areas
Restoration Projects
Coral restoration and mangrove replanting programs
Community Engagement
Beach management units and local stewardship
Monitoring Systems
Satellite tracking and underwater sensor networks